Trevor Bayliss has been confirmed as England's new head coach.

The 52-year-old Australian emerged as the leading candidate for the vacancy over the weekend.

Jason Gillespie had previously been expected to take up the role following Peter Moores's sacking on May 9.

Bayliss, who is currently coach of New South Wales, will start his new job next month, in time for July's first Ashes Test.

"It's an honour to be appointed England coach," he told the England and Wales Cricket Board's official website. "There's a great opportunity to help Alastair Cook and Eoin Morgan shape the direction and development of their respective teams.

"I am also looking forward to working alongside Paul Farbrace once again as we have a similar outlook on the game, get on well after two years working together and have kept in touch.

"What particularly excites me about the role is the chance to work with a very talented group of players. I firmly believe that the team has a bright future and I'll be doing everything I can to help them realise their potential and achieve success on a consistent basis."

Baylis has previously coached the Sri Lanka national team, Sydney Sixers and Kolkata Knight Riders.