Archive · 10 Jan 2026
Pietersen Suggests Andy Flower for England Coach
Kevin Pietersen, a former England cricket player, had a tough time with his coach, Andy Flower.
After England lost a big cricket series called the Ashes, Pietersen suggested that Andy Flower should come back as the coach.
He thinks Flower has changed and now understands how to work with modern players.
Even though Pietersen admits it's a surprising idea, he believes Flower is good at Test cricket and could help the team.
Kevin Pietersen suggests Andy Flower as a potential replacement for Brendon McCullum after England's Ashes loss.
Pietersen's career ended after a 5-0 drubbing in the 2013/14 Ashes, with Andy Flower also being let go.
Flower is currently successful in other leagues and is said to have changed his approach.
Pietersen acknowledges the idea is wild but believes Flower understands modern players and Test cricket.
The suggestion comes after England's 4-1 defeat to Australia in the 2025/26 Ashes.
- Who
- Kevin Pietersen, Andy Flower
- What
- Suggestion for England coach replacement
- When
- After 2025/26 Ashes loss
- Where
- England cricket team
- Why
- Pietersen believes Flower understands modern cricket and Test matches
- Person
- Kevin Pietersen
- Suggested Coach
- Andy Flower
- Context
- England's 4-1 Ashes loss
- Pietersen's Career End
- After 2013/14 Ashes
- Flower's Previous Role
- England Head Coach
- Flower's Current Status
- Winning leagues, modern approach
- Pietersen's Relationship with Flower
- Tumultuous