I'll be England skipper again, vows Pietersen

Kevin Pietersen has revealed the background into his astonishing removal as England captain while insisting he hopes to regain the post in the future.

The South African-born batsman quit after just three Tests in charge claiming he couldn't work alongside coach Peter Moores who was sacked as the embarrassing furore dragged on. But Pietersen, who says he was effectively dumped in a phone call, believes he will one day lead the national team again.

He also insisted that his relationship with Andrew Flintoff had not broken down, stating the star all-rounder had wanted him to remain at the helm of a team determined to reclaim the Ashes in six months' time.

LONDON, Sunda, AFP