Pietersen has England players ‘buzzing’ but McCullum delivers Carse warning
England’s white‑ball coach Brendon McCullum revealed he championed the signing of former batsman Kevin Pietersen as a specialist mentor, a move that has sparked enthusiasm among the squad. While players report a renewed buzz, former captain Andrew Carse cautioned that expectations must be managed and that the appointment alone will not guarantee success. He told reporters Pietersen’s expertise could benefit the team in the next series.