Batting mentor signed lucrative deal with online firmBoard’s strict code prohibits betting across cricketKevin Pietersen has told the England and Wales Cricket Board that he will not promote betting while on duty as England’s white-ball batting coach. Pietersen signed a lucrative contract as a brand ambassador for an online gambling company this week.The former England batter is also contracted to work as a mentor for 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, with Pietersen’s betting interests creating a potential headache for his employers. Continue reading...