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Kevin Pietersen will return home from leading England’s contentious tour of India having admitted it has been one of the toughest times of his career.

Matthew Hayden has hinted he may assess his future with Australia after the series with South Africa but stressed “I’m not anywhere near” retirement.

England departed for home after one of the most contentious tours in recent years having successfully battled to ensure they at least prevented a whitewash from their arduous trip to India.

Graeme Smith has urged his South Africa side to attack Australia’s batting line-up ahead of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.