Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has been chosen as the new head coach of the Pakistan Test cricket team.

According to sources, an official announcement regarding his appointment is expected soon. He will begin his duties during Pakistan’s upcoming Test series against Bangladesh.

It is worth mentioning that the position of Pakistan’s Test team head coach had been vacant. Azhar Mahmood had served as interim head coach during the series against South Africa.

Pakistan are scheduled to play a two-match Test series against Bangladesh in May. The series is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2027 cycle.

The first Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh will begin on May 8, while the second Test is set to start on May 16.