Sarfaraz Ahmed likely to be appointed head coach for Pakistan Test team

2026-03-04 - 05:33

LAHORE – Former national captain Sarfaraz Ahmed is likely to be appointed as Pakistan’s new head coach for the Test cricket team. Reports said the official announcement of his appointment will be made soon. Sarfaraz Ahmed is expected to begin his duties during Pakistan’s upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. The Test head coach position had been vacant for some time, with Azhar Mahmood serving as the interim coach during Pakistan’s series against South Africa. The two-match Test series between Pakistan and Bangladesh will take place in May and is part of the 2027 World Test Championship. The first match is scheduled to begin on May 8, with the second match starting on May 16. This marks a significant new chapter for Sarfaraz Ahmed as he transitions from player to coach, taking on a crucial role in shaping Pakistan’s future in Test cricket.