Kevin Pietersen might not be playing in the ongoing Test series against New Zealand, but there is some good news for English fans. The star batsman has started practicing in the nets after a long lay-off. Pietersen tweeted pictures from his practice session to announce his return to his followers.
Pietersen, who was forced to return home due to a knee injury during England’s tour of New Zealand in March, is likely to be fit for the Ashes - which starts on July 10.
The right-hander was originally expected to miss six to eight weeks of cricket and had to skip the ongoing two-match series. He will also not feature during the ICC Champions Trophy in June.
According to Daily Mail, Pietersen’s county team Surrey is hopeful that the 32-year-old will be fit in time to play their championship match against Sussex at Arundel on June 12. This match will also help Pietersen get into his stride ahead of the Ashes.
If Pietersen returns to the team on time, then either Jonny Bairstow or out-of-form opener Nick Compton would be axed from England’s squad which will take on Australia in the first Ashes Test at Trent Bridge on July 10.
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