Injured Pietersen ruled out of IPL-9
Former England batting star Kevin Pietersen has been ruled out of the remainder of the Indian Premier League owing to a calf injury, dealing a blow to Rising Pune Supergiants' hopes of reviving their stuttering campaign.
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Pietersen, who had injured his right calf against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Friday and was carried off the field, announced he would not take further part in the cash-rich via his Instagram account.
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"Over & out, India! Injuries are all part of the job! Horrible tear in my calf! Sad to be leaving a really great bunch of boys but looking forward to being back with my family! London bound for a summer off! Vacation till November! Bye for now! Lots of love, KPxxx," the 35-year-old wrote on his Instagram account.
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He posted a picture of himself in a wheelchair in the dressing room, with strapping on his calf, alongside the word 'Urgh!' on Facebook soon after the incident.
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Pietersen yesterday underwent a scan where the severity of the injury was confirmed, ending his IPL season early.
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Pietersen, who has not played for England since their 5-0 defeat in the 2013-14 Ashes series in Australia, had scored 73 runs from four IPL innings at an average of 36.50 and strike rate of 119.67.
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Supergiants are currently second last on the points table with three losses from four matches in their maiden season.