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Mike Hesson. [Source - AFP]
Mike Hesson is set to continue as Pakistan's interim Test head coach until the end of the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle. The New Zealander initially took up the role during Pakistan's recent tour of England.
Hesson will also oversee Pakistan's Test series against New Zealand next year. However, his long-term future with the national team will be decided by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Pakistan's Test Team Remains Under Mike Hesson As PCB Delays Permanent Coach Decision
According to Business Standard, although Hesson has not been handed a permanent appointment, the PCB is prepared to continue with him as interim Test head coach until the conclusion of the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle.
Hesson was handed the interim role during Pakistan's tour of England after the team lost the first two consecutive Tests at Leeds and Lord's. The PCB removed Sarfaraz Ahmed before the third Test in Birmingham, bringing Hesson in.
The Kiwi coach had joined Pakistan as their white-ball head coach in May 2025. He took on Test responsibilities while retaining that role, and is now set to remain in the interim role until the end of the ongoing WTC cycle.
His immediate assignment is Pakistan's two-Test series against Sri Lanka, with the first match at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from November 9 to 13. The second Test will take place at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium from November 17 to 21.
PCB To Take Call On Mike Hesson After 2027 World Cup
The PCB is likely to take a call on Mike Hesson's future as Test head coach after the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, when his current contract with the board is also set to expire. His overall role in Pakistan cricket will be reviewed at that stage.
Meanwhile, Pakistan have struggled in the ongoing World Test Championship cycle and currently find themselves at the bottom of the standings. They have managed only two wins while suffering seven defeats in their nine matches so far.
With just five points and a points percentage of 4.63, Pakistan are out of contention for next year's WTC final. Despite Hesson's interest in becoming permanent Test coach, the PCB is unlikely to decide before the 2027 World Cup.
