Sarfaraz Ahmed Biography

• Name: Sarfaraz Ahmed
• Nickname: Saifi
• Date of Birth: May 22, 1987
• Place of Birth: Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
• Nationality: Pakistani
• Profession: Pakistani Cricketer (Batsman, Wicket-keeper)
• Zodiac Sign: Gemini
• Jersey Number: #54 (Pakistan)
• Educational Qualifications: B.S (Electronics)

Age, Physical Stats & More

• Height (approx.): 170 cm (5’ 7”)
• Weight (approx.: 71 kg (157 lbs)
• Eye Colour: Brown
• Hair Colour: Black
• Body Measurements (approx.):
  • Chest: 40 Inches
  • Waist: 33 inches
  • Biceps: 12 Inches

Sarfaraz Ahmed Wife & Family

• Father: Shakil Ahmed
• Brother: Shafiq Ahmed
• Wife: Syeda Khushbakht Shah (m. 2005)
• Children: Son: Abdullah (Born- February 2017), Daughter: None

International Career Debut:

• International Debut:
  • Test- 14 January 2010 vs Australia in Hobart
  • ODI- 18 November 2007 vs India in Jaipur
  • T20- 19 February 2010 vs England in Dubai

Sarfaraz Ahmed Favorites:

• Nature on the field: Aggressive
• Likes to play against: India

Sarfaraz Ahmed’s Net Worth

As of 2023, Sarfaraz Ahmed has a net worth of approx $5 Million around 100 Crore PKR. Much of his income comes from his cricketing career, including match fees, central contracts, and endorsement deals.

Sarfaraz Ahmed is in the B Category of the PCB central contract so, he gets 30 lacs per month from the PCB.

Early Life and Family Background

Sarfaraz Ahmed was born on May 22, 1987, in Karachi, Pakistan, to a family with a background in the printing press business. Before partition Sarfaraz’s family hailed from Uttar Pradesh, which is now a part of India. Tragically, Sarfaraz lost his father in 2006.

Sarfaraz Ahmed Career Achievements

• Sarfaraz led Pakistan’s U-19 cricket team to victory in the ICC U-19 World Cup in 2006, defeating India in the final.
• He made his ODI debut in 2007, and in his fifth ODI match in Asia Cup 2008, he recorded 3 half-centuries and dismissed 21 players as a wicketkeeper.
• In his first Test match against Australia in 2014, he scored a century in just 80 balls, helping Pakistan win by a massive margin.
• Sarfaraz was an essential part of Pakistan’s victory in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy, where they beat arch-rivals India in the final. Sarfaraz Ahmed showcased his leadership skills by guiding a young team, including talents like Hasan Ali, Babar Azam, and Fakhar Zaman, to victory.
• He became Pakistan’s T20I captain in 2016 and led the team to the top of the ICC rankings in late 2018.
• As the ODI captain, he guided Pakistan to victory over West Indies in his first series in charge.

Sarfaraz Ahmed’s Cricket Controversies

1. 2015 T20 Omission: In 2015, Sarfaraz was unexpectedly left out of the Pakistan team for two T20 matches against Sri Lanka, causing a stir in the media.
2. 2017 ICC Champions Trophy: During the Champions Trophy, Sarfaraz was fined for a slow over-rate in a crucial match against Sri Lanka, risking a one-match ban for the captain.
3. 2019 Racial Slur Controversy: In 2019, Sarfaraz used a racial slur during an ODI against a South African bowler, which was caught on stump microphones. He faced a suspension for the next four matches

Sarfaraz Ahmed PSL Career

• In franchise cricket, Sarfaraz has been a vital part of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). He was picked by Quetta Gladiators during the PSL players’ draft in 2015. Notably, he was named the captain of the Gladiators for the 2016 season.
• Under Sarfaraz’s captaincy, Quetta Gladiators reached the final in the first season of PSL but narrowly missed out on the championship.
• In the fourth season of PSL in 2019, he led the Quetta Gladiators to their first title, defeating Peshawar Zalmi in the final.

FAQs about Sarfaraz Ahmed

1. Where was Sarfaraz Ahmed born?

• Sarfaraz Ahmed was born in Karachi, Pakistan.

2. What are the achievements of Sarfaraz Ahmed?

• Sarfaraz Ahmed is renowned for his leadership in cricket, having led Pakistan to victory in the ICC Champions Trophy and the U19 World Cup. He also captained Pakistan to 11 consecutive T20I series wins, securing the top spot in the T20I rankings for two years.

3. Is Sarfaraz Ahmed a good captain?

• Sarfaraz Ahmed is widely regarded as a successful and effective cricket captain, known for his leadership and the significant achievements he has secured for the Pakistani cricket team.

4. How many trophies has Sarfaraz Ahmed won?

• Sarfaraz Ahmed is the only Pakistani captain to have won two ICC trophies – the Champions Trophy and U19 World Cup.

5. Why is Sarfaraz Ahmed not playing regularly in the playing 11?

• Sarfaraz Ahmed’s irregular inclusion in the playing 11 is attributed to concerns about his fitness level and alleged off-field conduct.

6. What is the average of Sarfaraz Ahmed?

• Sarfaraz Ahmed has an average of 38.86 in Tests, 33.55 in ODIs, and 27.27 in T20Is.