At his best, Kevin Pietersen is an arresting batsman who has the power to win games on his own.

He hit three tons and a 75 in his first series against his native South Africa, showing mental strength to boost his undoubted talent.

A consistent run-scorer, with 90 and 82 in his last two innings, he fired 13 fours and four sixes.

Returned from Australia early because of injury, but even after England's surprise CB Series success without him, he is a certainty for selection when fit.