Kevin Pietersen retirement

Preview: South Africa aim to topple England from top spot amidst Pietersen row

England's dramatic decision to drop Kevin Pietersen from the third Test at Lord's starting Thursday, allegedly over text messages he sent to South African players during the drawn second Test at Headingley, has inevitably put the focus on their absent star batsman. 

Kevin Pietersen apologises to ECB over text messages row: Reports

Kevin Pietersen has apologised to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for text messages sent to South African players during the drawn second Test at Headingley, it was reported on Tuesday.

Kevin Pietersen’s team-mates behind parody Twitter account, hints Piers Morgan

By CricketCountry Staff

Former News of the World editor Piers Morgan has hinted that some of the England players could be behind the parody Twitter account - 'KP Genius' which mocked the star batsman. 

Pietersen issue more important than England beating South Africa: Boycott

By CricketCountry Staff

Former England batsman Geoffrey Boycott feels controversial batsman Kevin Pietersen should not be allowed to make a comeback into the team unless he makes a public apology to his captain Andrew Strauss and team.

Kevin Pietersen’s permanent absence could be costly: Michael Atherton

By CricketCountry Staff

Former England captain Michael Atherton feels the omission of the controversial batsman Kevin Pietersen is unaffordable for English cricket.

Kevin Pietersen not likely to return soon, believes Michael Vaughan

Former England captain Michael Vaughan believes it will take a long time for middle-order mainstay Kevin Pietersen to make a comeback in the England dressing room.

South Africa doesn’t want to get involved in ECB-Pietersen dispute, says manager

By CricketCountry Staff

The South African team manager Dr Mohammed Moosajee published a statement a day later after Kevin Pietersen was axed from the England team for the final Test at Lord’s against the visitors.

Kevin Pietersen axe may spark England downfall: Shane Warne

By CricketCountry Staff

Australian spin legend Shane Warne on Monday slammed England for their decision to drop Kevin Pietersen, saying it may lead them to downfall. 

England focused only on retaining No 1 status in Tests, says Alastair Cook

By CricketCountry Staff

England’s opening batsman Alastair Cook remained tight-lipped when faced with questions regarding Kevin Pietersen’s future following the latter's omission from the squad for the third Test against South Africa.

Kevin Pietersen used a filthy Afrikaans word for Andrew Strauss

By CricketCountry Staff

Kevin Pietersen used a filthy word in Afrikaans language to describe England captain Andrew Strauss, in one of the text messages he sent to the South African cricketers, according to a report.