#721

Which player became the all-time highest run-scorer in T20 Internationals in November 2025?

(a) Rohit Sharma

(b) Babar Azam

(c) Virat Kohli

(d) Mohammad Rizwan

Explanation: Babar Azam (بابر اعظم) reclaimed the record for the most runs in T20 Internationals in November 2025 during the series against South Africa, surpassing Virat Kohli's tally with a match-winning half-century.

#722

Which country won the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2025?

(a) England

(b) Spain

(c) USA

(d) Germany

Explanation: The USA (امریکہ) won the FIFA Women's World Cup 2025, defeating the Netherlands in the final held in Europe. This victory extended their dominance in women's football.

#723

Who defeated Jannik Sinner to win the US Open 2025 Men's Singles title?

(a) Novak Djokovic

(b) Alexander Zverev

(c) Carlos Alcaraz

(d) Taylor Fritz

Explanation: Carlos Alcaraz (کارلوس الکاراز) defeated Jannik Sinner in the final to win the US Open 2025. This was his second US Open title and his sixth major overall, continuing the fierce rivalry between the two young stars.

#724

Which famous Brazilian footballer announced his retirement in early 2025?

(a) Neymar

(b) Marcelo

(c) Thiago Silva

(d) Dani Alves

Explanation: Marcelo (مارسیلو), the legendary Real Madrid and Brazil left-back, officially announced his retirement from professional football in February 2025 at the age of 36, ending a career decorated with five Champions League titles.

#725

Who was recently appointed as the Pakistan Men's ODI Captain in late 2025?

(a) Mohammad Rizwan

(b) Shadab Khan

(c) Shaheen Shah Afridi

(d) Fakhar Zaman

Explanation: Shaheen Shah Afridi (شاہین شاہ آفریدی) was appointed as the ODI captain, replacing Mohammad Rizwan. However, his start was marred by a foot injury that ruled him out of the tri-series against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe in November 2025.

#726

Which nation won the Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup in 2025?

(a) England

(b) Australia

(c) India

(d) South Africa

Explanation: India (انڈیا) won the 2025 Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup, showcasing the depth of their young talent. They defeated England in the final to lift the trophy.

#727

Who won the ATP Finals 2025 title in Turin?

(a) Novak Djokovic

(b) Carlos Alcaraz

(c) Jannik Sinner

(d) Holger Rune

Explanation: Jannik Sinner (جینک سنر) capped off an incredible year by winning the ATP Finals 2025 in Turin, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in the final. This was his first year-end championship title.

#728

Which bowler became the fastest to take 200 ODI wickets during the Champions Trophy 2025?

(a) Jasprit Bumrah

(b) Mitchell Starc

(c) Mohammed Shami

(d) Trent Boult

Explanation: Mohammed Shami (محمد شامی) became the fastest bowler to reach 200 ODI wickets (in terms of balls bowled) during the Champions Trophy 2025 match against Bangladesh. He also became the leading wicket-taker for India in ICC ODI tournaments.

#729

Which country hosted the 2025 Rugby World Cup?

(a) France

(b) South Africa

(c) Australia

(d) New Zealand

Explanation: Australia (آسٹریلیا) hosted the Rugby World Cup in 2025. The tournament saw top nations compete, with Australia using the event to boost the sport's popularity in the region ahead of the Brisbane Olympics.

#730

Which female footballer won the Women's Ballon d'Or in 2025?

(a) Alexia Putellas

(b) Sam Kerr

(c) Aitana Bonmatí

(d) Mary Earps

Explanation: Aitana Bonmatí (آیتانا بونماتی) won the Women's Ballon d'Or for the third consecutive time in 2025. The Spanish midfielder was instrumental in Barcelona's treble-winning season and Spain's continued international success.

#731

Who was elected as the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2025, becoming the first woman to hold the post?

(a) Kirsty Coventry

(b) Thomas Bach

(c) Nicole Hoevertsz

(d) Nawal El Moutawakel

Explanation: Former Olympic swimmer Kirsty Coventry was elected as the IOC President in 2025, succeeding Thomas Bach and becoming the first woman to lead the organization.

#732

Who is the current Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) as of late 2025?

(a) Greg Barclay

(b) Jay Shah

(c) Sourav Ganguly

(d) Roger Binny

Explanation: Jay Shah assumed the role of Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) starting in late 2024/2025.

#733

Who is the current President of FIFA (as of 2025)?

(a) Sepp Blatter

(b) Michel Platini

(c) Gianni Infantino

(d) Aleksander Čeferin

Explanation: Gianni Infantino has served as the President of FIFA since 2016 and continues to hold the position in 2025.

#734

Who is the President of World Athletics (as of 2025)?

(a) Usain Bolt

(b) Sergey Bubka

(c) Sebastian Coe

(d) Carl Lewis

Explanation: Sebastian Coe (Lord Coe) has served as the President of World Athletics since 2015.

#735

The 'Augustan Age' in English literature is named after:

(a) Saint Augustine

(b) Emperor Augustus

(c) August Strindberg

(d) The month of August

Explanation: Writers of this period (early 18th century, like Pope and Swift) imitated the polished and sophisticated literary forms of Rome under Emperor Augustus.

#736

Who serves as the Executive Director of the WFP as of 2025?

(a) David Beasley

(b) Cindy McCain

(c) Antonio Guterres

(d) Qu Dongyu

Explanation: Cindy McCain took office as the Executive Director of the WFP in April 2023, succeeding David Beasley.

#737

Who is the President of the World Bank Group as of 2025?

(a) David Malpass

(b) Ajay Banga

(c) Jim Yong Kim

(d) Kristalina Georgieva

Explanation: Ajay Banga began his five-year term as President of the World Bank Group on June 2, 2023.

#738

As of 2025, which bridge holds the title for the longest bridge in the world of any type?

(a) Danyang–Kunshan Grand Bridge

(b) Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge

(c) Changhua–Kaohsiung Viaduct

(d) Tianjin Grand Bridge

Explanation: The Danyang–Kunshan Grand Bridge is the world's longest bridge, stretching 164.8 kilometers (102.4 miles) along the Beijing–Shanghai High-Speed Railway.

#739

As of 2025, the '1915 Çanakkale Bridge' holds the record for the longest suspension bridge span. Where is it located?

(a) Turkey

(b) China

(c) Russia

(d) Portugal

Explanation: Located in Turkey, the 1915 Çanakkale Bridge spans the Dardanelles strait. It currently holds the world record for the longest suspension bridge main span at 2,023 meters.

#740

Which Roman epic poem was commissioned by Emperor Augustus to provide a mythic origin for Rome?

(a) The Pharsalia

(b) The Aeneid

(c) The Metamorphoses

(d) De Rerum Natura

Explanation: Virgil wrote 'The Aeneid' to legitimize the Julio-Claudian dynasty by tracing Rome's lineage back to the Trojan hero Aeneas.

August 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions