Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has discovered himself on the focus on account of his remarks as a specialist throughout the ongoing Ashes sequence. Pietersen’s outspoken nature has induced fairly a stir, together with exchanges with Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting. Nonetheless, his newest remark relating to Nathan Lyon’s harm throughout the second Ashes Check has raised eyebrows and sparked controversy.

Lyon, who had sustained an harm throughout the Lord’s Check, displayed nice dedication by popping out to bat regardless of limping. Pietersen, nevertheless, steered that Lyon’s look was a strategic transfer by Australia, insinuating that they might have needed him to get concussed to safe a substitute participant.

Pietersen acknowledged, “Think about if he (Lyon) had been hit on the top and received a concussion, he’d have gotten a like-for-like substitute and a world-class spinner (Murphy), primarily based on how he carried out in India, it offers meals for thought.”

Lyon swiftly responded to Pietersen’s remark, reminding him of the tragic incident involving Phil Hughes, who misplaced his life after being struck on the top. Lyon vehemently denied any intention to jeopardize participant security, emphasizing that he and his crew would by no means take dangers with head accidents.

“Check cricket’s been round rather a lot longer than I’ve, and accidents are a part of the sport,” Lyon expressed in his response to Pietersen’s remarks.

“I’ve heard feedback that I solely went on the market to get hit within the head, however I’m actually towards that. I’ve misplaced one in every of my mates on account of being hit within the head, so I believe that’s a very poor dialog being had if I’m trustworthy with you.”

Lyon additional added that he believed substitutes ought to solely be allowed for concussions, acknowledging the numerous danger related to head accidents. Nonetheless, he maintained that smooth tissue accidents shouldn’t warrant using substitutes.

Concerning the second Ashes Check, Australia at the moment holds the higher hand, having dismissed 4 England batters for a mere 114 runs by the top of Day 4. The match stands at a vital juncture, with Australia positioned favorably to safe a victory.