Kevin Pietersen returns to England cricket set-up as white-ball mentor
Former batter joins Brendon McCullum's coaching staff ahead of Sri Lanka series
Quick Look
- Former England batter Kevin Pietersen has been appointed as a specialist mentor for the England white-ball cricket team.
- Pietersen, whose international career ended in 2014, will join Brendon McCullum's coaching staff starting with the upcoming series against Sri Lanka.
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Why It Matters
Kevin Pietersen's international career with England concluded in 2014 following a series of controversies. He is now joining the coaching staff led by Brendon McCullum.
Former England batter Kevin Pietersen has made a surprise return to the England set-up after being named the team's specialist mentor for white-ball cricket. Pietersen's international career ended controversially in 2014. Twelve years later, he is set to return to the England set-up as part of Brendon McCullum's coaching staff. His new role will begin with England's white-ball fixtures against Sri Lanka later in September.
‘Putting on the England uniform again’
Pietersen said he was proud to get the opportunity to work with the England team again and help them in their bid to win the World Cup in South Africa.
"I am immensely proud to have been asked to help this team on their journey to win a World Cup in South Africa," Pietersen said on taking the role. "Putting on the England uniform again for the first time since 2014 is a profound honour and a deeply special moment.
"We have an incredibly talented white-ball squad, and I am excited to get in the trenches and work relentlessly hard with these players to maximise their potential. To be a part of Brendon's think tank over the next 12 months is a fantastic opportunity, and I cannot wait to get started."
What to Watch
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Pietersen will begin his role during the white-ball fixtures against Sri Lanka.
Very likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- What is the specific duration of the mentorship contract?