Why was Kevin removed?

Why was Kevin removed?

Pietersen was first dropped from the team after he sent text messages to South African players about his teammates during the 2012 Test series between the two sides in which he allegedly insulted Strauss as well.

What happened between Kevin Pietersen and ECB?

Pietersen was axed from the England squad for the 2012 Lord’s Test against the Proteas after it was revealed that he sent texts about Andrew Strauss and then-coach Andy Flower to the rival team players during the Headingley Test.

When did Kevin Pietersen retire?

Kevin Pietersen retired from limited-overs international cricket in May 201, and though he retracted that decision it set off a chain of events that led to his being dropped from the World Twenty20 squad.

Is Kevin Pietersen a good player?

Pietersen is one of the fastest batsman to reach 1,000 ODI runs and still holds the record for being the fastest player to cross 2,000 runs in One Day International cricket.

Who did Pietersen fall out with?

But it all ended for Pietersen in a tale of betrayal, jealousy and, ultimately, banishment. The now 39-year-old fell out with the entire English set-up, but at the story’s core was his feud with Andrew Strauss.

What happened between Kevin Pietersen and Strauss?

Pietersen vs Strauss saga dates back to 2012 Test series against South Africa, when Pietersen, who had already lost his captaincy after run-ins with England Cricket Board, had sent text messages to South African players that allegedly insulted Strauss.

Why did Alastair Cook retired?

Former England captain Alastair Cook retired from international cricket in 2018. The veteran of 310 first-class matches now, Alastair Cook is in the final year of his contract but he wants to continue scoring runs which is still the ‘best feeling’ in the world for him.

What happened with Kevin Petersen?

Pietersen was dropped after the “Text-gate’ scandal and though he was later reintegrated into the side, his career slowly grinned to a halt after the 2013-14 Ashes which England lost 0-5 under Alastair Cook. In his autobiography in 2014, Pietersen had alleged that there was a bullying culture within the team.