‘IPL Can Also Implement..’: Kevin Pietersen Wants IPL to Follow SA20 and Implement Bonus Points Rule

IPL can take a leaf out of the SA20 playbook and take entertainment to another level with the latest T20 league’s ‘innovative’ rule change, says former England captain Kevin Pietersen.

Pietersen has emerged as a major advocate of the changes brought about by the SA20, such as allowing each captain to field 13 players for the toss and the freedom to choose their playing XI afterwards, among the inaugural proposals of the South African League. is one of the

“I don’t mind the new rules. I think the new rules are great. The toss doesn’t play too much of a role. I love the innovation that SA 20 has brought to the game. I think it’s brilliant,” Peterson said.

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“It’s also a good idea to give bonus points. You can see the bonus point played a role here. I mean, you want to change the rules to make it more enjoyable for everyone.

“Then why not keep going. Keep changing the game. Keep making it more interesting. And also keep the players on their toes. I think IPL can also implement it.”

Talking about England’s ultra-aggressive approach to the game and the success it has yielded, Pietersen said India Should be seen playing in the same way.

“It’s the mindset. I think they have a coach who’s making sure they’re not afraid to fail. They’re not worried about failure. If you go out there, maybe, they’ll be able to get out.” Don’t care, they just go out and play without fear of failure.

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“I think India should follow suit. I think India bats very slow despite the players they have. They have players, but still. They should go out there and emulate what England is doing.

“You saw what Australia used to do in cricket so many years ago. People started matching Australia or England, or changed the way the shortest form of the game was played. Even Test match cricket…”

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