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Gulf Today
4 hours ago
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- Gulf Today
Former West Indies captain Pooran retires from internationals
Former West Indies white-ball captain Nicholas Pooran announced his retirement from international duty on Monday. Pooran hit 13 half-centuries in 106 Twenty20 Internationals and amassed 2,275 runs to become West Indies' leading scorer in the shortest format. One of the world's most explosive batters, the 29-year-old smashed 149 sixes in T20 Internationals to stand fifth overall. He served as West Indies' limited overs skipper but gave up the captaincy after their first-round exit from the 2022 T20 World Cup. "This game we love has given and will continue to give so much - joy, purpose, unforgettable memories, and a chance to represent the people of the West Indies," the Trinidadian said in a social media post on Monday. "Wearing that maroon, standing for the anthem, and giving everything I had each time I stepped on the field... it's hard to put into words what that truly means to me. "To have led the team as captain is a privilege I will always hold close to my heart." Pooran last played for West Indies in their 3-0 T20 series defeat by Bangladesh in December last year, while his most recent ODI appearance came in July 2023 against Sri Lanka. "Nicholas officially informed the leadership of his decision to retire from international cricket, bringing to a close a significant chapter in his career," Cricket West Indies said in a statement. "His performances on the field and influence within the team have made a lasting impact on West Indies cricket." Pooran opted to skip West Indies' ongoing T20 series against England, requesting to be rested after playing for the Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League. He is likely to remain active on the lucrative global T20 league circuit. Reuters
New Straits Times
6 hours ago
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- New Straits Times
Former West Indies captain Pooran retires from internationals
FORMER West Indies white-ball captain Nicholas Pooran announced his retirement from international duty on Monday. Pooran hit 13 half-centuries in 106 Twenty20 Internationals and amassed 2,275 runs to become West Indies' leading scorer in the shortest format. One of the world's most explosive batters, the 29-year-old smashed 149 sixes in T20 Internationals to stand fifth overall. He served as West Indies' limited overs skipper but gave up the captaincy after their first-round exit from the 2022 T20 World Cup. "This game we love has given and will continue to give so much - joy, purpose, unforgettable memories, and a chance to represent the people of the West Indies," the Trinidadian said in a social media post on Monday. "Wearing that maroon, standing for the anthem, and giving everything I had each time I stepped on the field... it's hard to put into words what that truly means to me. "To have led the team as captain is a privilege I will always hold close to my heart." Pooran last played for West Indies in their 3-0 T20 series defeat by Bangladesh in December last year, while his most recent ODI appearance came in July 2023 against Sri Lanka. "Nicholas officially informed the leadership of his decision to retire from international cricket, bringing to a close a significant chapter in his career," Cricket West Indies said in a statement. "His performances on the field and influence within the team have made a lasting impact on West Indies cricket." Pooran opted to skip West Indies' ongoing T20 series against England, requesting to be rested after playing for the Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League. He is likely to remain active on the lucrative global T20 league circuit. — REUTERS
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Business Standard
7 hours ago
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- Business Standard
Former WI skipper Pooran announces retirement from international cricket
In a development that has taken the cricketing world by surprise, star West Indies batter and former white-ball captain Nicholas Pooran announced his retirement from international cricket at the age of 29. The Trinidad-born southpaw, who made his debut in 2016, revealed the news via social media, stating that the decision followed 'much thought and reflection'. Pooran, who recently opted out of the West Indies' T20I series against England, offered no specific reason for his decision but expressed immense gratitude for the opportunity to represent the Caribbean. His departure ends a career that saw him become the most capped West Indies T20I player and their leading run-scorer in the format. A decorated white-ball career Pooran leaves behind a legacy built on explosive batting and consistent performances. He played 106 T20 Internationals, amassing 2,275 runs at a strike rate of 136.39. In the ODI format, he featured in 61 matches, scoring 1,983 runs at a healthy average of 39.66. Cricket West Indies described him as a 'game changer' and 'a world-class player', acknowledging the void his retirement will create in the national setup. Leadership and legacy Pooran also served as the West Indies' white-ball captain and reflected on the privilege of leading his team. In his farewell note, he said wearing the maroon and hearing the national anthem were experiences he would cherish forever. Though he won't play for West Indies again, he insisted his love for Caribbean cricket remains 'unshaken'. Focus shifts to franchise cricket Meanwhile, Pooran will continue to play franchise cricket all around the globe. Following a record-breaking 2024, when he hit 170 sixes in a calendar year, he ended IPL 2025 with 524 runs at a staggering strike rate of 196.25. With stints lined up in Major League Cricket, The Hundred, and the ILT20, the flamboyant batter's journey is far from over — just now beyond the international stage.
Mint
7 hours ago
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- Mint
Nicholas Pooran retires: LSG batter shocks fans with retirement at just 29, ‘This was very difficult'
Nicholas Pooran shocked fans by retiring from international cricket at just 29. Pooran played the most T20I matches for the West Indies and is also the highest run-scorer for the country in the format. 'This was very difficult, but I have thought long and hard about this,' Nicholas Pooran wrote on Instagram. 'After much thought and reflection, I've decided to announce my retirement from International Cricket. This game we love has given and will continue to give so much - joy, purpose, unforgettable memories, and a chance to represent the people of the West Indies,' Pooran continued. 'Wearing that maroon, standing for the anthem, and giving everything I had each time I stepped on the field... it's hard to put into words what that truly means to me,' he added. His exit is a big blow, especially when the team is trying to rebuild after missing the 2023 ODI World Cup. In 2023, he hit the most sixes in T20s (170). During IPL 2025, scored over 500 runs with 40 sixes, the highest this season. He didn't play Test matches and debuted in T20Is in 2016, followed by ODIs in 2019. He hasn't played an ODI since the World Cup qualification miss. Pooran also captained the team in 2022 but won only 8 out of 30 games. He stepped down after West Indies' early exit from the 2022 T20 World Cup. With the next T20 World Cup only eight months away, West Indies must now find a strong middle-order replacement. His fans expressed their frustration over his retirement. 'Whyyyy Nicky?? this is not done.. You're one of my most favorite player from WI, For the upcoming WI tour of India , I was soo excited!! But this breaks my heart,' wrote an Indian fan. 'At 29, I could never accept this as a Trinidadian and West Indian, you have so much more to give the people of the Caribbean,' came from another fan. Lucknow Super Giants bought him for ₹ 21 crore, and he proved his worth. Once the strongest contender for Orange Cap, Nicholas Pooran lost his flow as IPL 2025 progressed. He scored 524 runs in 14 matches with a massive strike rate of 196.25, his best ever in IPL. However, LSG started losing matches, and Pooran became inconsistent.
Time of India
8 hours ago
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- Time of India
Nicholas Pooran retires: 29-year-old batsman has 5th most sixes in T20Is; Check all stats and records
Nicholas Pooran's exit from cricket has left the sport's fraternity and its fans in dire shock. At just 29, the Trinidadian batsman said that retiring from the international circuit is "difficult". One of the most explosive batsmen of modern T20 cricket bid adieu to international cricket after already having opted out of selection for West Indies' T20I series against England. Pooran debuted for the West Indies T20 cricket team in 2016 and went on to play franchise cricket including that for Indian Premier League, Big Bash League and Pakistan Super League. However, he has not played a single Test match for his country. In the most recent outing, the the left-handed-batsman played for the Lucknow Super Giants, showcasing his power in the shortest format of the game. Here's a peek into his fiery career: Nicholas Pooran: Career highlights, stats & records Pooran, who played 167 matches across formats for the West Indies between 2016 and 2024, holds the record for the most T20I runs by a West Indian, scoring 2,275 runs at a strike rate of 136.39. He overtook Chris Gayle during the 2024 T20 World Cup , becoming the team's highest scorer in the format. In One-Day Internationals, he accumulated 1,983 runs at an average of 39.66 and a strike rate of 99.15. The Trinidadian played his final international match in December 2024. He made his debut in a T20I against Pakistan in 2016 and later debuted in ODIs in 2018. Pooran also featured in the West Indies U19 squad for the 2014 Men's Cricket World Cup. He was appointed vice-captain during the 2021 Men's T20 World Cup and led the side in both white-ball formats for a brief period in 2022. Live Events Over his T20I career, he set multiple records: 5th in the world for most sixes in T20I career (149), 3rd in most consecutive T20I innings without a duck (71), 8th in most T20I catches (53), 10th in most dismissals as a wicketkeeper in T20Is (61). Most capped T20I player for West Indies (106 matches), Highest run-scorer for West Indies in T20Is (2,275) Batting & Fielding records Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 4s 6s Ct St ODIs 61 58 8 1983 118 39.66 2000 99.15 3 11 157 80 23 2 T20Is 106 97 10 2275 98 26.14 1668 136.39 0 13 152 149 63 8 FC 5 10 0 319 69 31.90 473 67.44 0 2 39 10 2 2 List A 98 91 17 3048 118 41.18 - - 4 17 - - 52 2 T20s 398 372 61 9166 102* 29.47 6089 150.53 3 56 619 639 230 35 Source: ESPNCricinfo
