Jan 05 2009
Rift Between Kevin Pietersen And Peter Moores
The Hot News in the England Cricket Camp is the Rift between Kevin Pietersen and their coach Peter Moores over the decision not to recall former captain Michael Vaughan for the forthcoming tour of the West Indies, which begins in just under three weeks’ time. This Rift has come as a jolt for the English Cricket Team which has just recently suffered a double blow in the hands of India losing both Test and One Day International Series when the toured India in December 2008. Just at the time they had to concentrate on their next tour to West Indies, this rift has gained momentum. According to the reports, Kevin Pietersen wanted Vaughan alongside him in the Caribbean but selectors opted instead for Ian Bell and Owais Shah. Reports are suggesting that Pietersen is prepared to step down on this issue, which the ECB doesn’t want. Pietersen felt that the experience of Michael Vaughan would help the below par English Team in the series against West Indies, but Vaughan has not shown any kind form off late in the domestic competitions. There is probably not enough time for serious changes to be made before the tour of the West Indies, since they are leaving on 21 January. Any rift would have to be dealt with sooner rather than later.
