Former Proteas batter Gary Kirsten named as one of Pakistan's new head coaches

Former Australia fast bowler Gillespie has signed a two-year deal and will be in charge for England's tour of Pakistan later this year.

Former Proteas batter and coach Kirsten will take charge of Pakistan's white-ball sides ahead of June's T20 World Cup while ex-Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood has been named assistant across all formats.

Kirsten, who coached India to World Cup glory in 2011, said: "It's a tremendous honour to be entrusted with the responsibility of coaching the Pakistan men's national team in white-ball cricket and to rejoin the international cricket arena after some time.

"I eagerly anticipate this opportunity and aim to contribute positively to the Pakistan men's national team in limited-overs cricket."

Gillespie added: "Leading the Pakistan cricket team is a big achievement for any coach, given its rich legacy and passionate fan base.

"I love Test cricket and being able to focus on that is something I like very much. I also love the fact that there is so much talent in Pakistan.

"I understand there will be expectation and that comes with the role. All I can do is to take it in my stride and I would not have taken on the job if I did not think I could deal with it."

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