Pietersen makes England return as white-ball mentor
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Former England batter Kevin Pietersen has been appointed to the England white-ball coaching staff as a specialist mentor. His tenure begins later this month during the upcoming series against Sri Lanka, which includes three T20 internationals and three ODIs. He will work under the leadership of head coach Brendon McCullum.
The appointment is part of England's strategic preparation for future international tournaments, specifically the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup. Pietersen, an Ashes-winning player, joins the setup to provide expertise as the team builds toward the competition hosted in southern Africa.
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BBC Sport (GB)Focuses on long-term preparation for the 2027 World Cup
Express Tribune (Karachi, Pakistan) (PK)Highlights immediate schedule and specific mentor role
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