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GRAHAM GOOCH has been ousted from his role as England batting coach - with captain Alastair Cook endorsing the decision.

Graham Gooch (left) has been removed from his role as England batting coach[GETTY]

Gooch has left his role as England's Test batting coach after being told by Cook - his long-time protege - that the skipper "was in favour of a change".

And while Cook hopes England's batsman will still be able to work with his axed mentor, Kevin Pietersen was quick to wade in on events within the ECB.

The South African-born English star was axed himself from the England set-up earlier this year.

And in a sarcastic tweet, Pietersen reacted with humour to the news of Gooch's exit.

"Where do I apply for ENG batting coach job? I promise I won't encourage whistling when you get out or trying to change the game!"
Pietersen tweeted.

His post appeared to refer to his own international dismissal, with whistling and not batting for the team believed to be on his rap sheet.

Cook responded to Pietersen's comments by insisting that England had 'moved on' from the 33-year-old.

"Look it's social media, that's the way of the world," Cook told Sky Sports.

"Some people like to do their business on social media whilst others don't. A lot has been happening with KP recently but we have moved on and we will move on without him over the next few years."

Pietersen responded to Gooch's exit with a sarcastic tweet [GETTY]

 

Cook offered warmer words to Gooch though, despite playing a part in his departure.

"Firstly we need to thank Goochy, he's been an absolute legend not only for my game but all of our games over the last five years," he said.

"We all hold him in such high regard, I have a huge amount of respect for him and what he's done for English cricket over a huge amount of time, not only as a player but as a coach.

"We felt it's time to freshen things up and move on. For me, to still have him in my corner, go back to him, talk cricket, work on my game like I've always done. But we need to thank him for his hard work.

"To be part of that decision made it a little bit tougher but we decided we needed to freshen things up. He's still going to be involved behind the scenes, just not so much on matchdays and during the squad.

"A lot of the players have a great relationship with him, on a one-to-one basis as well, not just me. I hope those guys will feel free to go and work with Goochy because we all know the work he does is outstanding."

Cook played a part in Gooch's exit [GETTY]

A statement from the governing body read: "ECB today announced Graham Gooch's departure as England batting coach, this will take place with immediate effect."

Gooch said: "I have been incredibly proud to work as England batting coach since 2009. I would like to thank Andy Flower for affording me the opportunity to be involved once again with England and contribute to the success of the team over these past four and a half years. I have many fine memories from the relationships formed with the players and staff and I know that I have given my best and I have tried to give it every day.

"After discussions with Alastair Cook he informed me that he was in favour of change.

"Although this was sad news, I respect his, and new coach Peter Moores, right to implement this change of direction. In my opinion Alastair is the right man to captain England, he commands respect and will always put his body on the line for his country.

"He will face many challenges and have many more tough decisions to make before his journey ends. Over the last decade or so he has been the ultimate professional to work with and it has been an honour to see him develop.

"I would like to wish Peter Moores and Alastair all the very best as they look to rebuild the fortunes of the England cricket team."