Sarfaraz Ahmed, the former captain of Pakistan’s national cricket team, has officially announced that he will be leaving the Quetta Gladiators ahead of the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10. This news, shared on January 12, 2025, marks the end of a long and memorable chapter for Sarfaraz with the Gladiators.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Sarfaraz shared a picture with the owner of the Quetta Gladiators, Nadeem Omar, and expressed his deep gratitude for the unforgettable journey with the franchise. “Today, I want to share that my journey with Quetta Gladiators has come to an end. It has been a proud and remarkable nine years with this incredible team,” he wrote, acknowledging the time he spent with the franchise since its inception.
Sarfaraz went on to thank Nadeem Omar for his constant support throughout the years, both as a player and as a captain. His message highlighted the relationship he built with the franchise’s management, especially Azam Bhai, for their dedicated efforts. He also made it clear that his best wishes would always be with the Quetta Gladiators as he moves on to new opportunities.
Sarfaraz Ahmed has been a cornerstone of the Quetta Gladiators since the first season of the PSL. During his time with the team, he played in a total of 86 matches, scoring 1,525 runs with an average of 29.32. His contributions to the team were remarkable, including seven half-centuries, and his leadership led the Gladiators to their first and only PSL title in 2019. Sarfaraz’s ability to captain the team to success made him one of the most beloved figures in PSL history.
However, in the last season of PSL, Sarfaraz was replaced as the team’s captain by South Africa’s Rilee Rossouw, signaling a shift in leadership. Despite this change, Sarfaraz continued to be a key player for the team, but now, after being released by the Gladiators earlier this month, he finds himself eligible for the PSL player draft for the first time since 2016.
This farewell to Quetta Gladiators marks the end of a historic chapter for Sarfaraz, but it also opens a new door for him in the world of Pakistan’s top cricket league. His fans and supporters are eagerly awaiting to see where he will go next in his PSL journey.
Sarfaraz Ahmed’s departure from the Quetta Gladiators has undoubtedly left a significant mark on the PSL’s history, and his leadership and contribution to the team’s growth will always be remembered. As PSL 10 approaches, cricket enthusiasts are excited to see how Sarfaraz will shape the next phase of his career, and which team will be lucky enough to have him in their lineup.
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