5 memorable innings of Kevin Pietersen

#2 158 vs Australia (2005)

Pietersen scored his first test hundred in the Ashes 2005-06

It was the first Ashes for Pietersen. Pietersen had a bright start to the series, but was slowly fading away. He had to prove his credibility in the last innings of the series in order to remain in the English Squad.

It was the last innings of the series and England were 126 for the loss of five wickets and were in a desperate need of a top innings. Pietersen had scored 14 runs in the first innings and all the responsibilities were on his shoulders.

England needed at least a draw to win the Ashes, whereas Australia desperately needed to win in order to retain the urn.

While wickets were falling on the other end, Pietersen moved onto score his first Test hundred.

His knock of 158 helped England to draw the Test Match and win the Ashes after 18 years. Pietersen was also awarded the Man Of The Match award for his brilliant knock.