Mike Hesson Open to Coaching Pakistan Test Team After England Debacle

Former New Zealand head coach Mike Hesson has signaled his enthusiasm for taking over Pakistan’s Test outfit, emphasizing that the squad possesses surplus talent despite their disappointing showing against England.

The Pakistan Cricket Board continues to evaluate its coaching setup across formats in the wake of a grueling home debacle against England, leaving the red-ball head coaching role open for long-term reconstruction.

Addressing potential interest in the role, Hesson expressed confidence in the raw skill set available within Pakistani cricket while clarifying that any formal agreement rests entirely on the PCB’s strategic roadmap.

"There is definitely enough talent there to build a competitive red-ball side," Hesson remarked, noting that structured leadership and tactical clarity could quickly turn their Test fortunes around.

Having previously guided New Zealand to a World Cup final and successfully coached Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League, the veteran tactician understands the nuances of the local cricket ecosystem.

Pakistan's recent Test slumps have exposed deficiencies in bowling depth on flat subcontinental decks and top-order consistency, areas Hesson believes can be rectified with patient talent development.

While no official contract has been tabled, Hesson's open declaration places the ball squarely in the PCB's court as they weigh up overseas options to revitalize their Test match standards.