Inside Kevin Pietersen's shock England SOS: The figure who pushed for his appointment revealed, the ways he's expected to shake up the dressing room - and his added motivation to get close to key players

Kevin Pietersen has been recruited by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) in a consultancy role, a move described as carrying significant shock value given his turbulent history with English cricket. The appointment was reportedly pushed by a key figure within the ECB, with Pietersen expected to shake up the dressing room environment and leverage close relationships with key players. While it is common practice for the ECB to bring in specialist consultants, Pietersen's engagement is considered particularly surprising given his acrimonious departure from the England setup.