"I am pleased to join as the bowling coach of Pakistan team and feel honoured to have been given the opportunity," Gul was quoted via a press release. "Having had previous working experience with the men's side, I will bring my coaching expertise with the aim of elevating Pakistan's bowling prowess to new heights."

Ajmal, the former No. 1 ODI bowler, has had an earlier stint as bowling coach with Islamabad United and comes in having represented Pakistan in 35 Tests (178 wickets at 28.10), 184 ODIs (184 wickets at 22.72) and 64 T20Is (85 wickets at 17.83). He called time on his career In 2017 finishing with an overall tally of 447 international wickets.

"I am delighted to contribute to the development of spin bowling talent within the Pakistan national team. I believe my career and coaching experience will help enhance the spin bowling arsenal of the team," he said.

The duo's role begins with Pakistan's Test series against Australia scheduled from 14 December 14 to January 7 followed by the T20I series against New Zealand from January 12 to 21 next year.