‘Putting on the England uniform again’: Kevin Pietersen makes shock return to England, named white-ball mentor

Kevin Pietersen (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen has made a surprise return to the England squad after being appointed as the team’s white-ball cricket specialist.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 team.His new role will begin in England’s white-ball matches against Sri Lanka in September.

“Put on the English 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 extremely proud to have been asked to help this team on their way to winning the World Cup in South Africa,” Pietersen said on taking up the role. “Putting on the England kit again for the first time since 2014 is a profound honor and a deeply special moment.ID@undefined Caption not available.ID@undefined Caption not available.ID@undefined Caption not available.ID@undefined Caption not available.ID@undefined Caption not available.ID@undefined Caption not available.“We have an incredibly talented white ball squad and I’m excited to get into the trenches and work tirelessly hard with these players to maximize their potential. Being part of Brendon’s think tank over the next 12 months is a fantastic opportunity and I can’t wait to get started.”