Kevin Pietersen on making runs, saving rhinos and riding his bike

Kevin Pietersen is the kind of batsman every player wants to emulate. Confident, aggressive, audacious, skillful - KP had it all. It's my pleasure to be able to pick his brain on this episode of Lessons Learnt with the Greats to discover how he forged one of the finest cricket careers in history. Not only do we discuss the physical and mental side of the game, KP and I talk about how he handles the media, his finances and his brilliant conservation work. Rundown 04:13 - We start by discussing KP's life-changing maiden Test century in 2005 08:22 - KP then talks about the many highlights in his career, both personally and in a team 11:11 - KP explains the keys to his batting and how he mastered spin bowling 19:44 - As one of the fittest players of his day, KP talks about his training regime and what is working for him now 24:13 - KP discusses the mental side of the game 33:51 - He is one of the world's sharpest commentators and here KP talks us through his changing interactions with the media over his life 42:32 - KP reveals how he made the most of his wealth and the important lessons he's learnt 49:31 - KP talks about his wonderful conservation work saving rhinos and his business SORAI which is helping save rhinos in Africa and India 1:00:13 - The simple mantra KP lives by 1:02:17 - The inspiring people KP has met Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.