Pietersen says he is open to England coaching role
The Hindu
Kevin Pietersen expresses interest in coaching England cricket, advocating for a more strategic approach to Test matches.
Former England captain Kevin Pietersen says he would be interested in joining the team’s coaching set-up and would look to alter their approach to test cricket.
England’s 4-1 Ashes defeat in Australia triggered a January review by the England and Wales Cricket Board, putting scrutiny on coach Brendon McCullum’s aggressive “Bazball” tactics.
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“I would absolutely look at it in the longest form of the game and try to help these guys understand that there is a way that you can play,” Pietersen, 45, told The Guardian.
“Tactically, you’ve got to understand the situation. I know I’ve got all the credentials. I know I do. I’ve worn every single T-shirt."
The former Ashes and T20 World Cup winner said England needed a more measured approach in tests.
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