Joe Root Backs Kevin Pietersen's Role in England Coaching
· Sports · BBC Sport, Indian Express, ESPNCricinfo
England Test captain Joe Root has expressed support for Kevin Pietersen joining the white-ball coaching staff as a mentor ahead of the 2027 World Cup. Root described the current England team as very different from the one that existed when Pietersen was dismissed in 2014. While acknowledging Pietersen's past as a divisive figure, Root emphasised the value of his experience and knowledge for younger players. Pietersen, who scored 13,779 international runs, will work with the team in South Africa.
Why it matters
The appointment marks a significant reconciliation between the England and Wales Cricket Board and one of its most prolific, yet controversial, former players, aiming to boost white-ball performance.
Read the original report — BBC Sport
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