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Kevin Pietersen Returns To England Set-Up As White-Ball Mentor

Kevin Pietersen Returns To England Set-Up As White-Ball Mentor

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has been appointed as a Specialist Mentor for the England men's white-ball teams, aiming to bolster their preparations for the upcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen won't mentor Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen won't mentor Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Kevin Pietersen, former England captain, announces he will not be mentoring the Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season due to time constraints, but will return as a commentator.

Why Kevin Pietersen Loves India

Why Kevin Pietersen Loves India

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

'India gave me its heart first. So India will always have mine.'

McCullum: Pietersen Must Challenge England's White-Ball Setup

McCullum: Pietersen Must Challenge England's White-Ball Setup

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

England's white-ball head coach Brendon McCullum has encouraged newly-appointed mentor Kevin Pietersen to actively challenge the team's approach and suggest improvements, leveraging his "incredible pedigree as a player."

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen Tears Into Cameron Green's IPL Flop

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen Tears Into Cameron Green's IPL Flop

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Cameron Green's struggles in the IPL 2026 continue, with his batting form and high price tag drawing criticism.

Pietersen's Spin Masterclass: England's Secret Weapon for World Cup Success

Pietersen's Spin Masterclass: England's Secret Weapon for World Cup Success

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

England's white-ball captain Harry Brook revealed that former Ashes and T20 World Cup-winning batter Kevin Pietersen has been instrumental in teaching the squad how to effectively play spin.

England team in a very different place: Joe Root welcomes Pietersen's return

England team in a very different place: Joe Root welcomes Pietersen's return

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

England Test captain Joe Root has expressed strong support for Kevin Pietersen's return to the national setup as a specialist mentor, emphasising that the current team environment is vastly different from the one Pietersen left in 2014.

Ganguly, Anjum Chopra, Pietersen inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Ganguly, Anjum Chopra, Pietersen inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

Former Indian captains Sourav Ganguly and Anjum Chopra, along with ex-England skipper Kevin Pietersen, have been inducted into the International Cricket Council's prestigious Hall of Fame during a ceremony in Edinburgh, recognising their significant contributions to the sport.

Will SA Batters Finally Listen to Kevin Pietersen?

Will SA Batters Finally Listen to Kevin Pietersen?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Pietersen doubled down on his criticism, calling out the Proteas for going into a shell rather than trying to wrest back momentum.

IPL Eliminator: Cricket world hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after blitzkrieg knock vs SRH

IPL Eliminator: Cricket world hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after blitzkrieg knock vs SRH

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The whirlwind knock drew wide admiration, with batting legend Sachin Tendulkar lauding his fluent bat swing and describing the innings as "spectacular", underlining the growing stature of a youngster fast becoming the face of fearless modern T20 batting.

Why Indian Cricket Will Never Forget Ajinkya Rahane

Why Indian Cricket Will Never Forget Ajinkya Rahane

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Ajinkya Rahane, known as 'Jinx', has retired from international cricket at 38, leaving behind a legacy of quiet resolve, exceptional captaincy, and crucial innings that often came when India needed them most.

Kuldeep Should Be Playing Regularly: Harbhajan

Kuldeep Should Be Playing Regularly: Harbhajan

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

'If I was with the team, I would pick bowlers who I feel can pick wickets and win matches for me with the ball.'

Pietersen fires back: 'Cook has no idea about IPL'

Pietersen fires back: 'Cook has no idea about IPL'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Kevin Pietersen has encouraged England batter Jacob Bethell to remain in India and continue his IPL journey, countering Alastair Cook's suggestion that he should return to county cricket.

'Call Klaasen now' for WC 2027: Pietersen urges

'Call Klaasen now' for WC 2027: Pietersen urges

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has urged the South African team management to get Heinrich Klaasen out of international cricket retirement in their bid to lift the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 title on home soil.

Pietersen, Cook In Public Spat Over Bethell's IPL decision

Pietersen, Cook In Public Spat Over Bethell's IPL decision

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Former England captains Kevin Pietersen and Alastair Cook are at odds over Jacob Bethell's decision to remain in the IPL despite not playing any matches, with Pietersen supporting the learning experience and Cook advocating for county cricket.

Pietersen eyes England coaching role to refine Test approach

Pietersen eyes England coaching role to refine Test approach

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has expressed his interest in joining the national team's coaching setup, aiming to refine their approach to Test cricket following their Ashes defeat and scrutiny of the 'Bazball' tactics.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi rewrites IPL history, eclipses Chris Gayle's sixes record

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi rewrites IPL history, eclipses Chris Gayle's sixes record

Rediff.com27 May 2026

At just 15, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to rewrite IPL history, with the Rajasthan Royals sensation now breaking one of the league's most iconic batting records held by Chris Gayle.

IPL 2026: Pietersen Doubts Pant's Suitability as Top-Order Batter for Super Giants

IPL 2026: Pietersen Doubts Pant's Suitability as Top-Order Batter for Super Giants

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Kevin Pietersen has expressed reservations about Rishabh Pant's desire to bat in the top order for Lucknow Super Giants, suggesting it may add unnecessary pressure. Pietersen also praised Sameer Rizvi's match-winning performance for Delhi Capitals.

IPL 2026 Eliminator: Sooryavanshi Has Gayle's Sixes Record In His Sight!

IPL 2026 Eliminator: Sooryavanshi Has Gayle's Sixes Record In His Sight!

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is close to breaking Chris Gayle's record for most sixes in an IPL season.

I want to score 200 in T20s. I want to break Gayle's record: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

I want to score 200 in T20s. I want to break Gayle's record: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has set his sights on rewriting T20 history, saying he wants to score the format's first-ever double century and break Chris Gayle's record highest score of 175 not out.

Gavaskar on Miller's Single Refusal: Intent Can't Be Faulted

Gavaskar on Miller's Single Refusal: Intent Can't Be Faulted

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Sunil Gavaskar defends David Miller's decision not to take a single in the IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans, while Kevin Pietersen praises Rashid Khan's performance.

Kevin Pietersen 'arrested'!

Kevin Pietersen 'arrested'!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen jokingly posed with police officers after a night out with friends.

Why KKR's IPL 2026 Campaign Crashed

Why KKR's IPL 2026 Campaign Crashed

Rediff.com28 May 2026

KKR arrived in IPL 2026 with big signings and high expectations. But instead of another title push, the season unravelled into a frustrating mix of injuries and missed opportunities.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: The Don Bradman Of T20 Cricket

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: The Don Bradman Of T20 Cricket

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The numbers from this season alone are almost surreal. 680 runs in 15 innings. Average of 45. Strike rate of 242. A century, four fifties, best score of 103. 65 sixes and 55 fours from just 280 balls -- a boundary every 2.3 balls, a six every 4.3 balls.

IPL Eliminator, RR vs SRH: Sooryavanshi's whirlwind 97 Carries Royals to Qualifier 2

IPL Eliminator, RR vs SRH: Sooryavanshi's whirlwind 97 Carries Royals to Qualifier 2

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive innings and Jofra Archer's pace bowling led Rajasthan Royals to a 47-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL Eliminator.

India Favourites for T20 World Cup, but Anything Can Happen: Pietersen

India Favourites for T20 World Cup, but Anything Can Happen: Pietersen

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen believes India are the favorites to win the T20 World Cup, but cautions that the format is unpredictable and that India's 'favourites' tag comes with its own dangers.

IPL 2026: KKR's gamble to bat first raises eyebrows after early collapse

IPL 2026: KKR's gamble to bat first raises eyebrows after early collapse

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Ajinkya Rahane's decision to bat first in rain-hit conditions draws criticism after KKR lose early wickets against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.

India will take off if Abhishek Sharma fires: Shastri

India will take off if Abhishek Sharma fires: Shastri

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Ravi Shastri believes India too will "take off" in next month's T20 World Cup if their explosive opener Abhishek Sharma fires, while Kevin Pietersen hailed the lefthander as a "proper star".

It will be difficult to keep Padikkal out of Indian team for long: Karthik

It will be difficult to keep Padikkal out of Indian team for long: Karthik

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Dinesh Karthik believes Devdutt Padikkal's consistent performances in domestic cricket and the IPL will soon earn him a place in the Indian national team.

'Kevin Pietersen 355 not out'; 'Retired .. Hurt'

'Kevin Pietersen 355 not out'; 'Retired .. Hurt'

Rediff.com13 May 2015

From the English media to social networking websites, 'devastated' Kevin Pietersen found support from all quarters.

Why was Kevin Pietersen forced to apologise?

Why was Kevin Pietersen forced to apologise?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) should answer why Kevin Pietersen was forced to apologise in a press conference in front of the whole world, when the cricket board itself admits the text messages, which the flamboyant batsman sent to South Africa players were only provocative and not derogatory, according to sports journalist, Mike Walters.

Kevin Pietersen visits Yuvraj Singh

Kevin Pietersen visits Yuvraj Singh

Rediff.com12 Apr 2012

Star England batsman Kevin Pietersen visited cricketer Yuvraj Singh at his residence at Gurgaon.

PHOTOS: Kevin Pietersen flaunts the tons he scored for England

PHOTOS: Kevin Pietersen flaunts the tons he scored for England

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

Kevin Pietersen inks the centuries he scored on his back.

Suryakumar Yadav on Test Cricket Dreams and T20 Mastery

Suryakumar Yadav on Test Cricket Dreams and T20 Mastery

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Suryakumar Yadav discusses his desire to play Test cricket, his challenges with the ODI format, and his comfort and mastery in T20 cricket in an exclusive interview.

Kevin Pietersen pulls out of IPL 10

Kevin Pietersen pulls out of IPL 10

Rediff.com3 Feb 2017

Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen pulled out of this year's Indian Premier League after withdrawing his name from the player's auction scheduled later this month.

Should Kevin Pietersen be given another chance?

Should Kevin Pietersen be given another chance?

Rediff.com12 May 2015

Kevin Pietersen will not be recalled by England despite scoring an unbeaten 326 for Surrey.

The highs and lows of Kevin Pietersen

The highs and lows of Kevin Pietersen

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

England batsman Kevin Pietersen was dropped from the One-day squad to tour West Indies on Tuesday. This decision brought an abrupt end to the South African-born cricketer's career. Here is a look back at the highlights that marked his controversial career.

'Why not tell us why Kevin Pietersen was axed'

'Why not tell us why Kevin Pietersen was axed'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

Here are some reactions, to the news of Kevin Pietersen's sacking, from around the world of cricket.

Kevin Pietersen slams World Cup schedule

Kevin Pietersen slams World Cup schedule

Rediff.com30 Jan 2011

England batsman Kevin Pietersen has blasted the Cricket World Cup schedule, saying that the six-week fixture is too long and playing matches with six-day intervals is "ridiculous".

Kevin Pietersen dropped from England squad

Kevin Pietersen dropped from England squad

Rediff.com31 Aug 2010

Kevin Pietersen was dropped by England on Tuesday for the first time in his international career.