England's Kevin Pietersen sparked a debate by asserting that batting in cricket today is easier than 20-25 years ago, citing a decline in bowling quality. He listed legendary bowlers from the past, challenging fans to name ten modern bowlers who compare. His comments follow Joe Root's record-breaking performance, fueling discussions on how flat pitches and rule changes impact batting statistics.source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-tour-of-england/batting-today-is-way-easier-than-20-25-years-ago-kevin-pietersen-after-joe-roots-record-breaking-knock-vs-india/articleshow/122920338.cms