KP’s back, Jofra Archer and more Pakistan chaos

About this episode

The episode discusses Kevin Pietersen's return to the England coaching team, Jofra Archer's comeback, and ongoing issues within the Pakistan cricket team.

Mark Chapman is alongside England's all-time leading wicket taker Jimmy Anderson, former England captain Michael Vaughan and BBC cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt to discuss Kevin Pietersen's return to the England fold as he joins the white-ball coaching team. Jofra Archer speaks about being a key part of England's bowling attack this summer after returning from a much-needed break from cricket. And a turbulent Test summer for Pakistan continues as an internal inquiry is launched into discipline and conduct during their current tour of England.

People in this episode

Host: Mark Chapman

Guests: Jimmy Anderson, Michael Vaughan, Stephan Shemilt

Topics covered

• cricket
• England cricket team
• Pakistan cricket
• coaching
• Jofra Archer
• Kevin Pietersen

Keywords

• Kevin Pietersen
• Jofra Archer
• England cricket
• Pakistan cricket
• coaching
• Test summer

Mentioned in this episode

Places: England, Pakistan

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