Pietersen has not scored a one-day century for England since 2008

England batsman Kevin Pietersen will quit one-day internationals after the World Cup so he can concentrate on playing Test and Twenty20 cricket, as well as spending more time with his family.
Full story: Daily Mail

But the former England captain denied he is giving up the 50-over format on his Twitter feed. "Just to set the record straight.. I have NO intention of retiring from ODI's after the World Cup!!"
Full story: Kevin Pietersen's Twitter feed

India coach Gary Kirsten has confirmed he will leave his position after the World Cup. "It has been great memories of the last three years and I have enjoyed every moment," the South African said.
Full story: Indian Express

However, former Australia captain Steve Waugh has ruled himself out of succeeding Kirsten.
Full story: Samay Live

India batsman Yuvraj Singh says he is content with his batting form ahead of the competition. "I need to see if we need to consolidate or if we need to get partnerships and this is what I have been trying in the last couple of years," said the left-hander, who has not scored a one-day century for his country since June 2009.
Full story: Times of India

Meanwhile, the Board of Cricket and Control in India (BCCI) has taken a personal accident policy worth $500,000 (£312,460) for each member of their 15-man squad at the World Cup.
Full story: Times of India

Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi says his team should not be underestimated and are "focused and united" after the spot-fixing case which saw ex-skipper Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir banned from international cricket.
Full story: Dawn

Australia fast bowler Brett Lee has paid tribute to his doctor for helping him recover from a career-threatening elbow injury. "I think most of the people, whether it's the players or journalists or anyone back home, thought that I couldn't come back to bowl again because I had a pretty intense arm surgery on my elbow," he said.
Full story: Sydney Morning Herald

Cricket South Africa has fired its president Mtutuzeli Nyoka following a vote of no confidence.
Full story: Times Live (South Africa)

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