Root makes Kevin Pietersen request as former batter joins England coaching team

Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJoe Root wants Kevin Pietersen to remain as forthright as ever (Getty)Kevin Pietersen is set to return to the England white-ball setup as a batting mentor ahead of next year's 50-over World Cup. The former batter was exiled from the national team following a high-profile fallout after the 2013-14 Ashes whitewash. Test captain Joe Root has welcomed the appointment, urging Pietersen to bring his forthright opinions and vast insight to the squad. Root recalled learning significantly from Pietersen early in his career, particularly regarding how to play against spin bowling. Pietersen, who was named player of the tournament in England's 2010 T20 World Cup win, has mostly worked as a broadcaster since retiring. In fullJoe Root reacts to Kevin Pietersen’s appointment to England coaching roleMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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