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Nicholas Pooran, a prominent West Indies batter, has announced his retirement from international cricket after a remarkable nine-year journey. He departs as the most capped West Indian T20I player with 106 matches and the leading T20I run-scorer. Pooran's emotional farewell highlighted his deep love and commitment to representing the West Indies. His legacy includes leading the team in white-ball formats and participating in multiple international tournaments.

Key Points: Nicholas Pooran Retires After Historic West Indies T20 Career

  • T20 record-holder bids farewell to international cricket after nine-year career
  • Led West Indies in multiple formats during critical period
  • Represented team across multiple World Cup tournaments
  • Scored 2,275 runs in T20 internationals
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West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran retires from international cricket

West Indies cricket star Nicholas Pooran ends international journey with remarkable T20 legacy after 106 matches and 2,275 runs

"Wearing that maroon, standing for the anthem, and giving everything I had... it's hard to put into words - Nicholas Pooran"

New Delhi, June 10

West Indies' highest-ranked T20I batter Nicholas Pooran has called time on his nine-year international career.

The Trinidadian represented the West Indies 167 times, scoring 1983 ODI runs at 39.66 at a strike rate of 99.15. Pooran, who has never played Test matches for West Indies, leaves the game as the most capped West Indian in T20 Internationals with 106 matches and the leading T20I run-scorer with 2,275 runs. He last played for the West Indies in December 2024.

"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," Pooran wrote in his statement on Instagram.

"Though this International chapter of my career closes, my love for West Indies Cricket will never fade. I wish the team and the region nothing but success and strength for the road ahead," it read.

Pooran represented the West Indies at the 2014 U19 Men's Cricket World Cup, before making his senior international debut two years later in a T20I against Pakistan. An ODI debut in 2018 followed, and the left-hander was named in the West Indies Cricket World Cup 2019 squad.

He was named vice-captain for the Caribbean side for the 2021 Men's T20 World Cup, and took the captaincy reins in both white-ball formats across a six-month period in 2022, which included the team's Men's T20 World Cup campaign.

"Cricket West Indies extends sincere gratitude and appreciation to Nicholas Pooran for his outstanding contributions to West Indies cricket. 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.

"We salute his achievements and thank him for the moments he has given fans across the region and beyond. We wish him all the very best in the next phase of his journey," it added.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Sad to see such a talented player retire so early! Pooran was one of the most exciting batsmen to watch in T20 cricket. His strike rate and ability to hit sixes were phenomenal. Hope he continues to entertain us in franchise cricket. 🇮🇳🤝🏝️ #Respect
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Priya M.
As a cricket fan from Mumbai, I'll always remember his explosive innings against India. 77 off 39 balls in 2022 was pure carnage! But honestly, West Indies cricket needs to sort out their administration issues - too many good players retiring early because of this.
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Arjun S.
Another WI player choosing franchise cricket over national duty. Can't blame them with the money in IPL and other leagues, but international cricket is losing its charm. Still, wish Pooran all the best - he gave us some memorable moments in the CPL and IPL!
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Neha P.
His statement was so emotional! You can tell how much playing for West Indies meant to him. As an Indian, I understand that passion for representing your country. Hope he gets a proper farewell match - he deserves it after being their top T20I scorer. 🙏
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Vikram J.
At just 28? That's too young to retire! He had at least 5-6 more years of international cricket left. Shows how the financial lure of T20 leagues is changing the game. BCCI should take note and ensure our players don't follow this trend.
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Sonia R.
Will miss seeing his stylish left-handed batting in WI colors! Hope he continues playing for MI in IPL though. His retirement makes me worried about the future of West Indies cricket - they're losing all their star players one by one. Cricket needs a strong Windies team!

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