Rule changes: IPL can take a leaf out of SA20, feels Kevin Pietersen

Pietersen has emerged as a huge advocate of the changes the SA20 has brought about, like allowing each captain the liberty to nominate 13 players to take the field

The IPL can take a leaf out of the SA20 playbook by implementing the latest T20 league's "innovative" rule changes and take the entertainment quotient to another level, says former England captain Kevin Pietersen.

Pietersen has emerged as a huge advocate of the changes the SA20 has brought about, like allowing each captain the liberty to nominate 13 players to take the field at the toss and select their final XI afterwards are among changes the inaugural South African league offers.

"I don't mind the new rules. I think the new rules are very, very good. The toss doesn't play too much of a role. I like the innovation that SA 20 has brought to the game. I think that's brilliant," Pietersen said.

"Offering bonus points is also a great idea. You can see bonus point has played a role here. I mean, you want to change the rules to make it more entertaining for everybody.

"Then why not keep progressing. Keep changing the game. Keep making it more entertaining. And also keep the players on their toes. I think the IPL can also implement this." The interaction was arranged by Sports18 and Jio Cinema.

Viacom 18, IPL’s digital rights media holders, is beaming the South African league to Indian viewers.

Speaking about England's ultra-aggressive approach to the game and the success it has brought them, Pietersen said India must also look to play in the same manner.