James Taylor claims 'Not Too Decent' Kevin Pietersen ABUSED him on Test debut

Former England captain, Kevin Pietersen emerged as a prolific run-scorer for team across formats. However, star player's career ultimately proved to be one marred with controversy. batsman was often under rar for his antics. Pietersen's ex-teammate James Taylor recently shed light on 40-year-old's on-field behaviour and even accused him of abusing him during his debut Test match. 

James Taylor accuses Kevin Pietersen of abusing him 

James Taylor, who me his Test debut for England team in 2012 against South Africa, has lambasted Kevin Pietersen for t treating him well during his playing days. Speaking about his ordeal on Giving  Game Away podcast, Taylor me it clear that he has respect for Pietersen. Taylor, who is 5 feet 6 inches, was often ridiculed by many for his small stature and has also claimed that Pietersen also did t appreciate his place in squ as he wanted or players inste of him. 

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According to Taylor, ex-England captain h abused him and h also said unpleasant things about youngster before his debut. 31-year-old stated that it did t matter to him much back n as he h lost all respect for Pietersen. He also opined that if he would have been subject to such behaviour at  hands of Alastair Cook or Andrew Strauss, he would have been devastated. 

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Interestingly, Kevin Pietersen and James Taylor stitched a crucial partnership for England team during Test match. While debutant impressed with a gutsy 34, Pietersen batted with a significant flair for his 149. two batters put toger a vital 147-run stand during contest. James Taylor clarified that he is a fan of Pietersen's batting, but he has a contrasting take when it comes to individual's personality. 

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A look at Kevin Pietersen career stats 

Kevin Pietersen career stats make up for a staggering re.  flamboyant cricketer h successfully established himself as a mainstay in England's line-up before his career was cut short because of controversies. Having played 104 Test matches, batter has amassed 8,181 runs in longer format at an impressive aver of 47.3. In 136 ODIs, dynamic batsman has 4,440 runs to his name. When it comes to shortest format of game, Kevin Pietersen has scored 1,176 runs in T20Is, and 1,001 runs in Indian Premier League (IPL). Apart from England's national team, he has also captained in IPL. 

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Im source: ICC Twitter