Nicholas Pooran Announces Retirement from International Cricket at 29

Nicholas Pooran's Surprising Retirement

In a significant turn of events, Nicholas Pooran, the West Indies cricketer, announced his retirement from international cricket at just 29 years old on Monday. This decision comes as a shock, especially with the T20 World Cup 2026 approaching in a few months. Daren Sammy, the head coach of the West Indies and a two-time T20 World Cup-winning captain, had anticipated Pooran's exit, as he mentioned in an interview.

Daren Sammy's Insights

Sammy shared his thoughts with the media following the third T20I against England, stating, "During our initial discussions about the UK tour, I asked him if he was unavailable just for that tour or for an indefinite period. His response made me realize I needed to prepare for the worst."

He further expressed, "I believe more players might follow this trend. T20 cricket has evolved, and especially for us in the West Indies, we face challenges in keeping our players motivated to represent the team, so this decision doesn't surprise me."

Nicholas Pooran's Cricketing Achievements

Nicholas Pooran has made a remarkable impact in international cricket, particularly in limited-overs formats. He has participated in 17 One Day Internationals (ODIs), amassing 1,983 runs at an impressive average of 39.66, including three centuries and eleven fifties, with a top score of 118 and a strike rate of 99.15. In T20 Internationals (T20Is), he has scored 2,275 runs at an average of 26.14 and a strike rate of 136.39. Although he has yet to achieve a century in T20Is, he has recorded thirteen fifties, with a highest score of 98. His explosive batting and dependability have been crucial for the West Indies.