WARNE CRITICISES ECB
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One of the best spinners of all times, Shane Warne has criticized ECB for its stubborn behaviour on Kevin Pietersen issue. Pietersen wants ECB to allow him to play in the whole season of IPL next year, but, ECB is not ready to accept the demand of Pietersen. Many people are criticizing Pietersen for giving IPL more importance than the international cricket. But, Warne seems to have a different opinion. As per Warne, if a player doesn’t want to play a certain format of the game, there is nothing wrong in that. Pietersen doesn’t want to play in ODI cricket and that is absolutely fine.
According to the policies of ECB, the player, who doesn’t play in ODIs, is not eligible for selection in the T20 team. As per Warne, this policy is just hilarious. If you are not allowing some one to play T20 cricket just because of your ego, it is wrong. The authorities of ECB should talk to Pietersen and should find a mid way. Pietersen can still be included in the England squad for the World T20 Championship until 18th August. Warne said that without Pietersen, it would be very difficult for the English team to defend the world T20 Championship. He makes a huge difference at the top of the order in the T20s.
On being asked about Pietersen’s hundred, Warne said that it was a fantastic knock. With that knock, Pietersen showed what he can do. As per Warne, Pietersen can destroy any bowling attack in the world on his day. There have been rumors that Pietersen might announce his retirement from the test cricket as well. On being asked about that, Warne said that it would not be good for England cricket if Pietersen leaves test cricket.