Pietersen England axe: even Cook wanted batsman out

'Unanimous' decision to sack KP designed to restore England team ethic, but fans are furious

Kevin Peitersen
(Image credit: 2014 AFP)

KEVIN PIETERSEN'S international career is over after the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) informed the 33-year-old that his services are no longer required.

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