#721

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.

#722

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.

#723

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.

#724

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.

#725

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.

#726

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.

#727

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.

#728

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.

#729

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.

#730

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.

#731

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.

#732

Which of the following agencies of UNO was founded on 29th July, 1957?

(a) IBRD

(b) ICAO

(c) IAEA

(d) IMF

Explanation: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) was founded on July 29, 1957. It was established as an autonomous organization within the United Nations system to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and to inhibit its use for military purposes.

#733

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.

#734

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.

#735

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.

#736

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.

#737

Where is the 2025 G7 Summit scheduled to be held?

(a) Alberta, Canada

(b) Nice, France

(c) Miami, USA

(d) Bavaria, Germany

Explanation: Canada will hold the G7 Presidency in 2025. The summit is scheduled to take place in Kananaskis, Alberta, in June 2025.

#738

Which African nation will host the G20 Summit in 2025?

(a) Nigeria

(b) Egypt

(c) South Africa

(d) Ethiopia

Explanation: South Africa will take over the G20 presidency in 2025, marking the first time the summit will be hosted on the African continent. It will be held in Johannesburg.

#739

Which Brazilian city will host the COP30 'Nature COP' in 2025?

(a) Rio de Janeiro

(b) Manaus

(c) Belém

(d) Salvador

Explanation: Brazil will host COP30 in 2025 in the city of Belém, located in the Amazon region. It is being framed as the 'Nature COP' to highlight the importance of biodiversity and rainforests.

#740

Which city is selected to host the NATO Summit in June 2025?

(a) Paris

(b) The Hague

(c) Madrid

(d) Warsaw

Explanation: The 2025 NATO Summit will be held in The Hague, Netherlands. It will be a key meeting to discuss European security and alliance modernization.

July 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions