In a high-profile addition to its help workers forward of the Indian Premier League’s 18th version, which begins on March 22, Delhi Capitals (DC) introduced the appointment of England nice Kevin Pietersen as team mentor on Thursday (February 27, 2025). The 44-year-old will likely be a part of a backroom contingent that features head coach Hemang Badani, assistant coach Matthew Mott and bowling coach Munaf Patel. Venugopal Rao is the director of cricket on the IPL franchise.
Pietersen, a harmful batter in his heyday, performed 104 Tests, 136 ODIs and 37 T20Is for England, notably successful the 2010 T20 World Cup within the Caribbean. He was additionally a part of the IPL for 5 seasons, representing Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Delhi Capitals and the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants. He was a part of the Delhi franchise, recognized then as Delhi Daredevils, in 2012 and 2014. DC is one in every of three present groups by no means to win the IPL.
“I’ve got incredible memories of representing the Delhi franchise in the IPL, and I’ve been able to maintain that passion for the team even as a broadcaster over the years. I shared the field with Venu (Venugopal Rao) during the 2012 season, and it’s great to be reconnecting with him as we begin a new chapter at this amazing franchise,” Pietersen mentioned.
“I’ve got a great relationship with the owners and the Delhi Capitals fans, so when this idea came about, it was a very quick yes from me,” he revealed. “It’s an exciting opportunity to step into this new role as a mentor for the Capitals, and I’m really looking forward to joining the squad, working closely with the boys, and doing everything I can to help us win that ultimate prize.”
Published – February 27, 2025 04:33 pm IST
