England have appointed Kevin Pietersen, the former Ashes-winning batter, to their white-ball coaching team as part of preparations for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup.
Pietersen, who enjoyed a high-profile international career for England, will join the coaching group working with the national side in limited-overs formats. White-ball cricket generally refers to one-day internationals and Twenty20 matches, the formats that will form the core of England's World Cup campaign preparations.
The addition of Pietersen bolsters the coaching ranks with a player who experienced success at the highest level. His appointment signals the England set-up's intent to draw on former international experience in the build-up to the tournament.
Further details about the specific remit, duration or start date of Pietersen's role have not been outlined in the initial announcement. The appointment comes as England intensify their preparations for the global event in 2027, with coaching and support staff changes forming part of that wider work.