Nicholas Pooran Stuns With Sudden Retirement Bombshell, Calls Time On His Nine-Year International Career

Nicholas Pooran Retires Pooran, West Indies' leading T20I batter, has announced his retirement from international cricket. The Trinidadian cricketer called time after a nine-year-long career and also became the Windies' top-ranked batter in T20I batting ranks. Pooran made his decision public on social media, posting a lengthy statement expressing his love for the sport and also thanked the fans for their continued support. 

Nicholas Pooran Calls Time On International Cricket After Nine Years

Nicholas Pooran initially made waves with his performance in the 2014 U19 CWC and earned his International call-up after two years in T20Is. The left-hander then made his ODI debut in 2018 and was also a part of the CWC 19 squad for West Indies Cricket. His batting laurels and temperament earned him the captaincy in white-ball, where he also led the side in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022.

The Trinidadian Cricketer last competed for his International side back in December 2024, and he has called time after being the highest-run scorer for his side in T20Is with 2275 runs. Pooran is also the most capped Windies player in the T20I format, and he has left a lasting legacy while donning the maroons in white-ball cricket.

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Pooran Expresses Gratitude In Lengthy Statement

The Windies cricketer shared a lengthy statement on Instagram, where he expressed pride in representing the people of the West Indies while donning the maroons in international cricket. He also conveyed his delight in taking up captaincy duties, which would remain close to his heart.

"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. 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," Nicholas Pooran shared on the social media platform Instagram.

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While Pooran has retired from international cricket, he is expected to remain a part of franchise cricket. The Trinidad cricketer's explosive showcase in the IPL 2025 season would make him a top commodity for several teams, and the Lucknow Super Giants are also expected to utilize his potential as they prepare for the upcoming IPL season.