Pietersen joins England as white-ball mentor

Kevin Pietersen, regarded as one of the greatest batters of the 21st century, has been brought into England's white-ball setup by head coach Brendon McCullum ahead of next year's 50-over World Cup.

Brook praises Pietersen's impact on squad

Captain Harry Brook says Pietersen is already making a difference both on and off the field, with the team receiving a masterclass on playing spin from the former England captain.

“He's been good to have around, little chats here and there.”

Spin masterclass focuses on length selection

Pietersen taught the squad about picking the length of spin bowling, which is key to facing spin and rotating strike. Brook says this is an area England needs to improve in ODI cricket.

“Picking the length of spin. That is key to facing spin and being able to rotate strike.”

England riding high after T20 sweep

England swept Sri Lanka 3-0 in their recent T20 series and now top the T20 world rankings. Brook wants the team to maintain this momentum in their upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka.

“We can take a hell of a lot of confidence from being unbeaten in the T20s.”

Brook's explosive form impresses Stokes

Brook smashed a 42-ball hundred in the T20 series opener, England's joint-second-fastest T20 century. Ben Stokes called him an absolute freak and said his ability outstrips Pietersen's.

Brook stays focused on learning

When asked about Stokes' comparison, Brook said he's trying to stay in the moment and learn from Pietersen and other experienced players in the squad.

“It's good to have KP to work alongside and pick his brains.”

England make three changes for ODI series

England have made three changes to their squad for the ODI series against Sri Lanka. Tom Banton replaces Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton comes in for Sam Curran, and Rehan Ahmed replaces injured Adil Rashid.