Langer, a veteran of 105 Tests, will replace Darren Lehmann, who resigned from the role following the ball-tampering controversy during the Cape Town Test against South Africa in March.

The 47-year-old, who has 7,696 Test runs at 45.27 with 23 centuries, will oversee the team over the next four years, taking in the 2019 World Cup, the World T20 2020, and two Ashes series.

Langer’s first assignment will be a limited-overs tour of England in June, comprising five ODIs and a one-off T20I.

“There will be some significant challenges ahead for our group, but there is a wealth of talent in Australian cricket that I know will do us all proud,” he said. “I’m thoroughly looking forward to working with all players, as we strive for a successful men’s team across all formats, with the support and respect of the Australian public.”