Nicholas Pooran
left-handed, wicket-keeper Trinidad and TobagoBorn
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Nicholas Pooran is a hard-hitting left-handed batsman from Trinidad and Tobago, known for his explosive batting in the shortest format of the game. Here's a description of his career highlights, including his IPL 2024 team:
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Early Career: A record-breaker in school cricket, Pooran quickly rose through the ranks, representing Trinidad and Tobago at various youth levels and making his West Indies U19 debut in 2012. He also became the youngest player to feature in the inaugural Caribbean Premier League (CPL) in 2013.
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International Cricket: After overcoming an injury layoff, Pooran made a strong comeback in 2016, earning a West Indies T20I call-up. He solidified his place in the team with a blistering fifty against India in 2018 and was part of the West Indies squad at the 2019 Cricket World Cup. He even captained the West Indies after Kieron Pollard's retirement in May 2022.
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IPL Career: Pooran came into the IPL spotlight with a solid 2020 season, amassing over 350 runs with a high strike rate. He continued to impress in subsequent seasons, showcasing his clean hitting.
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IPL 2024: Currently, Nicholas Pooran is playing for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2024. He was not only retained by the franchise but was also elevated to the position of vice-captain, signifying his leadership qualities.
