• Nathan Lyon has lambasted Kevin Pietersen for his controversial comment.

  • Pietersen said Australia only sent injured Lyon to bat hoping to get a concussion substitute.

Ashes 2023: Nathan Lyon slams Kevin Pietersen for controversial concussion statement in 2nd Test
Nathan Lyon on Kevin Pietersen (Image Source: Twitter)

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has found himself at the center of attention due to his remarks as a expert during the ongoing Ashes series. Pietersen’s outspoken nature has caused quite a stir, including exchanges with Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting. However, his latest comment regarding Nathan Lyon’s injury ꧃during the second Ashes Test has raised eyebrows and sparked controversy.

Lyon, who had sustained an injury during the Lord’s Test, displayed great determination by coming out to bat despite limping. Pietersen, however, suggested that Lyon’s appearance was a strategic move by Australia, insinuating that they may have wanted him to get concussed to secure a substitute player.

Pietersen stated, “Imagine if he (Lyon) had been hit on the head and got a concussion, he’d have got a like-for-like replacement and a world-class spinner (Murphy), based on how he performed in India, it gives food for thought.”

Lyon swiftly responded to Pietersen’s comment, reminding him of the tragic incident involving Phil Hughes, who lost his life after being struck on the head. Lyon vehemently denied any intention to jeopardize playe🌊r safety, emphasizing that he and his team would never take risks with head injuries.

“Test cricket’s been around a lot longer than I have, and injuries are part of the game,” Lyon expressed in his response to Pietersen’s remarks.

“I have heard comments that I only went out there to get hit in the head, but I’m really against that. I have lost one of my mates due to being hit in the head, so I think that’s a really poor conversation being had if I’m honest with you.”

Lyon further added that he believed substitutes should only be allowed for concussions, acknowledging thౠe significant risk associated with head injuries. However, he maintained that soft tissue injuries should not warrant the use of substitutes.

Regarding the second Ashes Test, Australia currently holds the upper hand, having dismissed four England batters for a mere 114 ཧruns by the end of Day 4. The match stands at a crucial juncture, with Australia positioned favorably to secure a victory.

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