Kevin Pietersen gets surprise call-up as mentor for England cricket team
Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen has been named a specialist mentor for the national side’s white‑ball squads as they prepare for the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. The appointment, described as a surprise, will see Pietersen work with players on technique and mindset during the lead‑up to the tournament. He will collaborate with the coaching team to develop strategies and support younger talent.