Career Information
Nicholas Pooran: West Indies’ Dynamic Wicketkeeper-Batsman
Nicholas Pooran, born on October 2, 1995, in Trinidad, is a prominent West Indies cricketer renowned for his explosive batting and agile wicketkeeping. He has significantly impacted limited-overs cricket with his aggressive style and consistent performances.
Cricket Career & Stats
- Test Matches: As of 2024, Pooran has not yet made his debut in Test cricket.
- ODI Career: Debuting in 2019, he has amassed 1,769 runs in 76 matches, averaging 32.16, with nine half-centuries.
- T20I Matches: Since his T20I debut in 2016, Pooran has scored 2,254 runs in 103 matches, averaging 26.83, with 13 fifties.
- IPL Career: Pooran has been a valuable asset in the Indian Premier League, notably playing for the Lucknow Super Giants. In the 2023 IPL auction, he was acquired for a substantial ₹21 crore, reflecting his high valuation.
Records & Achievements
| Records |
Format |
Ints Rank |
| Most dismissals in career (61 times) |
Twenty20 |
10th Position |
| Most catches in career (53 catches) |
Twenty20 |
8th Position |
| Most consecutive innings without a duck (71 times) |
Twenty20 |
3rd Position |
| Most sixes in career (149 sixes) |
Twenty20 |
5tth Position |
| Fifties in consecutive innings (3) |
Twenty20 |
11th Position |
Lesser-Known Facts
- Pooran married his long-time girlfriend, Kathrina Miguel, in 2021, after six years of dating. The couple welcomed their daughter, Alayra K. Pooran, in January 2023.
- As of 2023, his net worth is estimated to be around $3 million (approximately ₹24 crore), with an annual income of about ₹15 crore.
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Nicholas Pooran’s journey from a young talent to a key player for the West Indies exemplifies his dedication and passion for cricket. His dynamic performances continue to inspire fans worldwide.
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