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August 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#20601
Who was appointed as the captain of the ICC's Team of the Tournament for the 2026 T20 World Cup?
(a) Hardik Pandya
(b) Will Jacks
(c) Jason Holder
(d) Aidan Markram
Explanation: Aidan Markram of South Africa was named the captain of the ICC's Team of the Tournament. Hardik Pandya was included as a player, but not as the captain. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980203/t20-world-cup-sahibzada-farhan-makes-it-to-iccs-team-of-the-tournament, 09 Mar 2026]
#20602
Which of the following players was NOT included in the ICC's Team of the Tournament for the 2026 T20 World Cup?
(a) Babar Azam
(b) Ishan Kishan
(c) Jasprit Bumrah
(d) Sanju Samson
Explanation: Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, and Jasprit Bumrah were all included in the team as part of the Indian contingent. Babar Azam was not named in the ICC's Team of the Tournament. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980203/t20-world-cup-sahibzada-farhan-makes-it-to-iccs-team-of-the-tournament, 09 Mar 2026]
#20603
Consider the following statements about Sahibzada Farhan's performance in the 2026 T20 World Cup: 1. He became the first batter to score two centuries in a single edition of the T20 World Cup. 2. He shared a record-breaking 176-run partnership with Fakhar Zaman against Sri Lanka. 3. He was the only Pakistani player selected for the ICC's Team of the Tournament. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: All three statements are factually accurate based on the tournament performance. Farhan achieved the two-century milestone, participated in the record partnership with Fakhar Zaman, and was the sole Pakistani representative in the ICC's final team selection. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980203/t20-world-cup-sahibzada-farhan-makes-it-to-iccs-team-of-the-tournament, 09 Mar 2026]
#20604
Which of the following players was NOT sent off during the Mexico vs. South Africa match on June 11, 2026?
(a) Raul Jimenez
(b) Themba Zwane
(c) Cesar Montes
(d) Sphephelo Sithole
Explanation: Raul Jimenez scored a goal for Mexico and was not dismissed. Sphephelo Sithole, Themba Zwane, and Cesar Montes were all shown red cards during the match. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007165/mexico-beat-south-africa-2-0-to-kick-off-2026-fifa-world-cup, 11 Jun 2026]
#20605
Which artists performed the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 'Dai Dai', at the opening ceremony?
(a) J Balvin and Andrea Bocelli
(b) Shakira and Burna Boy
(c) Pitbull and Jennifer Lopez
(d) Ricky Martin and Enrique Iglesias
Explanation: Colombian pop icon Shakira and Nigerian singer Burna Boy performed the official tournament song 'Dai Dai' during the opening ceremony. While J Balvin and Andrea Bocelli also performed, they were not the performers of the official song. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007165/mexico-beat-south-africa-2-0-to-kick-off-2026-fifa-world-cup, 11 Jun 2026]
#20606
Consider the following statements regarding Pakistan's governance and foreign policy developments as reported in August 2026: 1. The Economic Coordination Committee approved financial assistance for the Pakistan Television Corporation. 2. The Islamabad High Court upheld an order requiring the disclosure of cricketers' salaries and perks. 3. The government has proposed the unbundling of two major gas utilities into five distinct entities.
(a) Only 1 and 2 are correct
(b) Only 1 and 3 are correct
(c) Only 2 and 3 are correct
(d) All statements are correct
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct (ECC approved 13bn for PTV). Statement 2 is incorrect, as the Islamabad High Court actually suspended the order regarding the disclosure of cricketers' salaries. Statement 3 is correct regarding the restructuring of SNGPL and SSGCL into five entities. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2020697/economic-coordination-committee-approves-rs13bn-lifeline-for-struggling-ptv]
#20607
How many teams are participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
(a) 32 teams
(b) 40 teams
(c) 48 teams
(d) None of these
Explanation: The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the largest edition to date, featuring an expanded format of 48 participating teams. Previous tournaments typically featured 32 teams. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007165/mexico-beat-south-africa-2-0-to-kick-off-2026-fifa-world-cup, 11 Jun 2026]
#20608
Who was the goalkeeper for Bosnia-Herzegovina during the match against Canada on June 12, 2026?
(a) Sead Kolasinac
(b) Jovo Lukic
(c) Nikola Vasilj
(d) Cyle Larin
Explanation: Nikola Vasilj served as the goalkeeper for Bosnia-Herzegovina and successfully handled a shot from Jonathan David in the 17th minute. Sead Kolasinac is a defender, and Jovo Lukic is a forward. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007443/canada-draw-with-bosnia-herzegovina-to-earn-first-ever-world-cup-point, 12 Jun 2026]
#20609
Consider the following statements about the 2026 World Cup match between Canada and Bosnia-Herzegovina: 1. The match was part of Group B. 2. The attendance at the Toronto Stadium was approximately 43,000. 3. Canadian film star Ryan Reynolds attended the match. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: All three statements are factually correct based on the match details. The game was a Group B fixture, the crowd size was reported as 43,000, and Ryan Reynolds was among the notable attendees. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007443/canada-draw-with-bosnia-herzegovina-to-earn-first-ever-world-cup-point, 12 Jun 2026]
#20610
Consider the following statements about the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match: 1. The match was held at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. 2. Mexico defeated South Africa by a score of 2-0. 3. The tournament is being co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: All three statements are factually accurate. The match took place at the Estadio Azteca, the score was 2-0 in favor of Mexico, and the tournament is a joint effort between Mexico, the United States, and Canada. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007165/mexico-beat-south-africa-2-0-to-kick-off-2026-fifa-world-cup, 11 Jun 2026]
#20611
Which Bangladeshi bowler took 4-113 to put Pakistan in a difficult position during the second Test on May 19, 2026?
(a) Nahid Rana
(b) Taijul Islam
(c) Najmul Hossain Shanto
(d) None of these
Explanation: Taijul Islam was the primary architect of the Bangladeshi bowling effort, claiming four wickets including key dismissals of Babar Azam and Salman Agha. Nahid Rana also contributed but did not take four wickets in this innings. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001532/taijul-puts-bangladesh-on-brink-of-test-series-win-over-pakistan, 19 May 2026]
#20612
Which of the following statements regarding the second Test match on May 19, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) Pakistan required 121 runs on the final day to secure victory.
(b) Pakistan successfully chased the target of 437 runs on the fourth day.
(c) Bangladesh had already won the first Test match of the series.
(d) Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha put on a 134-run partnership.
Explanation: Pakistan did not chase the target on the fourth day; they ended the day at 316-7, still needing 121 runs. The other three statements are factually accurate based on the match report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001532/taijul-puts-bangladesh-on-brink-of-test-series-win-over-pakistan, 19 May 2026]
#20613
Who was the captain of the Bangladesh cricket team during the second Test match in May 2026?
(a) Litton Das
(b) Mahmudul Hasan Joy
(c) Taijul Islam
(d) Najmul Hossain Shanto
Explanation: Najmul Hossain Shanto served as the captain of the Bangladesh team during the series. Litton Das performed wicket-keeping duties, and Mahmudul Hasan Joy was a fielder. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001532/taijul-puts-bangladesh-on-brink-of-test-series-win-over-pakistan, 19 May 2026]
#20614
Which bowler took a career-best four-wicket haul during the second ODI of the 2026 series?
(a) Matthew Kuhnemann
(b) Nathan Ellis
(c) Adam Zampa
(d) Cameron Green
Explanation: Nathan Ellis recorded a career-best four-wicket haul in the second ODI, which helped Australia level the series at 1-1. Matthew Kuhnemann also performed well in the series but his career-best was 3-38. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005169/pakistan-upstage-australia-for-2-1-odi-series-win, 04 Jun 2026]
#20615
Who was the captain of the Australian cricket team during the 2026 ODI series against Pakistan?
(a) Josh Inglis
(b) Adam Zampa
(c) Nathan Ellis
(d) None of these
Explanation: Josh Inglis served as the captain for the Australian side throughout the three-match ODI series. Adam Zampa and Nathan Ellis were members of the squad but did not hold the captaincy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005169/pakistan-upstage-australia-for-2-1-odi-series-win, 04 Jun 2026]
#20616
Which of the following statements regarding the 2026 ODI series between Pakistan and Australia is INCORRECT?
(a) Pakistan won the first ODI match held in Rawalpindi.
(b) Australia won the second ODI match by 41 runs.
(c) The final ODI match was decided by a four-wicket victory for Pakistan.
(d) Pakistan won the series with a final score of 3-0.
Explanation: Pakistan won the series 2-1, not 3-0. The other statements accurately reflect the series progression and results. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005169/pakistan-upstage-australia-for-2-1-odi-series-win, 04 Jun 2026]
#20617
Which stadium hosted the third and final ODI match between Pakistan and Australia on June 4, 2026?
(a) Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
(b) National Bank Stadium
(c) Gaddafi Stadium
(d) Multan Cricket Stadium
Explanation: The third ODI match, which decided the series in favor of Pakistan, was played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Rawalpindi hosted the first match of the series. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005169/pakistan-upstage-australia-for-2-1-odi-series-win, 04 Jun 2026]
#20618
Consider the following statements about the final ODI match of the 2026 series: 1. Australia won the toss and elected to bat first. 2. Pakistan successfully chased the target in 41.5 overs. 3. Shadab Khan and Abdul Samad shared an unbroken seventh-wicket partnership to secure the win. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: All three statements are factually accurate based on the match report. Australia batted first after winning the toss, Pakistan reached the target in 41.5 overs, and the partnership between Shadab and Samad was indeed the decisive factor for the seventh wicket. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005169/pakistan-upstage-australia-for-2-1-odi-series-win, 04 Jun 2026]
#20619
Which of the following statements regarding the Germany vs. Curacao match on June 14, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) Curacao was making its debut in the FIFA World Cup.
(b) Germany won the match with a final score of 7-1.
(c) Livano Comenencia scored the only goal for Curacao.
(d) The match was held in the final stage of the knockout rounds.
Explanation: The match was an opening Group E fixture, not a knockout round match. The other three statements accurately describe the debutant status of Curacao, the final score, and the goalscorer for Curacao. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007821/germany-hammer-world-cup-debutants-curacao-after-early-scare, 14 Jun 2026]
#20620
Consider the following statements about the Germany vs. Curacao match held on June 14, 2026: 1. Kai Havertz scored two goals during the match. 2. The Curacao fans are known as the Blue Wave. 3. Germany had not won an opening match at a World Cup since 2014. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: All three statements are factually correct based on the match report. Kai Havertz scored a double, the Curacao fans are referred to as the Blue Wave, and Germany had indeed not won an opening match since their 2014 title run. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007821/germany-hammer-world-cup-debutants-curacao-after-early-scare, 14 Jun 2026]