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Kevin Pietersen tells ECB he will not promote gambling site while on England duty

Specialist mentor signed lucrative deal with online firmBoard’s strict code prohibits betting across cricketKevin Pietersen has told the England and Wales Cricket Board he will not promote betting while on duty as England’s specialist mentor. Pietersen signed a lucrative contract as a brand ambassador for an online gambling company this week.The former England batter is contracted to work with Brendon McCullum’s white-ball team for around 150 days over the next 13 months until the conclusion of the 50-over World Cup co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Pietersen’s betting ­interests create a potential headache for his employers. Continue reading...

Published Oct 14, 2026 · 12:30 PMOriginal source: Sport | The Guardian1 reads
Specialist mentor signed lucrative deal with online firmBoard’s strict code prohibits betting across cricketKevin Pietersen has told the England and Wales Cricket Board he will not promote betting while on duty as England’s specialist mentor. Pietersen signed a lucrative contract as a brand ambassador for an online gambling company this week.The former England batter is contracted to work with Brendon McCullum’s white-ball team for around 150 days over the next 13 months until the conclusion of the 50-over World Cup co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Pietersen’s betting ­interests create a potential headache for his employers. Continue reading...
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