- Kevin Pietersen is set to return to the England white-ball setup as a batting mentor ahead of next year's 50-over World Cup.
- The former batter was exiled from the national team following a high-profile fallout after the 2013-14 Ashes whitewash.
- Test captain Joe Root has welcomed the appointment, urging Pietersen to bring his forthright opinions and vast insight to the squad.
- Root recalled learning significantly from Pietersen early in his career, particularly regarding how to play against spin bowling.
- Pietersen, who was named player of the tournament in England's 2010 T20 World Cup win, has mostly worked as a broadcaster since retiring.
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