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Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed is set to make his return to competitive cricket as he signs with Pakistan Champions for the World Championship of Legends (WCL) Season 2. Sarfaraz, who has been absent from the national team since 2023, will once again don the green jersey in the highly anticipated tournament.
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Pakistan Champions Sign Sarfaraz for WCL 2025
The Pakistan Champions officially confirmed Sarfaraz Ahmed’s inclusion through a social media post featuring a video that celebrated his leadership and legacy.
The WCL Season 2, which kicks off on July 18, 2025, will see Pakistan Champions attempt to go one step further after their thrilling runner-up finish in the inaugural edition, where they lost to India Champions in a high-stakes final.
A Proven Leader Returns
Sarfaraz Ahmed’s return brings a significant boost in experience and leadership to the Pakistan Champions squad. The wicketkeeper-batter has an impressive record in limited-overs cricket and is best known for leading Pakistan to their historic Champions Trophy victory in 2017, where they defeated India in the final.
During his captaincy, Pakistan:
✅ Won the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy
✅ Achieved 11 consecutive T20I series wins, defeating teams like Australia, New Zealand, and England
✅ Rose to No. 1 in T20I rankings
His return to WCL will be a nostalgic moment for Pakistan cricket fans, who have been eager to see him back in action.
Calls for Sarfaraz as Pakistan’s Mentor for Champions Trophy 2025
With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 around the corner, former cricketer Basit Ali has suggested that Sarfaraz Ahmed should be appointed as the mentor of the Pakistan national team.
📢 Basit Ali’s Statement:
“Sarfaraz took Pakistan to their only Champions Trophy title in 2017. His experience and leadership could be invaluable in this edition.”
Pakistan’s preparations for the Champions Trophy have been delayed, with the team yet to finalize their squad despite the deadline having passed. Appointing Sarfaraz as a mentor could provide much-needed guidance and stability to the squad.
What’s Next for Sarfaraz?
For now, Sarfaraz Ahmed is gearing up for WCL Season 2, where he will reunite with former Pakistan stars in their bid for the title. His return has already sparked excitement among fans, and all eyes will be on him when the tournament begins in July 2025.
Could this be the start of a larger role in Pakistan cricket once again? Only time will tell.
