Nicholas Pooran is a professional cricketer from Trinidad, widely recognized for his explosive batting in limited-overs formats.
He made his mark in international cricket as a powerful left-handed batsman and wicketkeeper for the West Indies, becoming known for his aggressive play and leadership qualities.
Pooran’s rise to prominence came through his performances in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and other global T20 leagues and his success with the West Indies in various ICC tournaments.
Profile
- Full name: Nicholas Pooran
- Date of birth: October 2, 1995
- Age: 29 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Trinidad
- Nationality: Trinidadian
- Profession: Cricketer (Batsman, Wicketkeeper)
- Height: N/A
- Parents: N/A
- Siblings: N/A
- Spouse: Kathrina Miguel
- Children: N/A
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: N/A
- Ethnicity: Trinidadian of Indian descent
- Net worth: $2 million
Early Life and Education
Nicholas Pooran was born on October 2, 1995, in Trinidad. As of 2024, he is 29 years old.
He grew up in Trinidad, where cricket was a central part of life, and from a young age, he showed remarkable talent for the game.
He attended school in Trinidad, where he began playing cricket competitively, but much of the detailed information regarding his early education and family background has been private.
His heritage is rooted in the Indian diaspora community in Trinidad, which is reflected in his strong cultural identity.
Personal Life
Nicholas Pooran is married to Kathrina Miguel. The couple tied the knot in 2020 after several years of dating.
Miguel, who is from Trinidad, has been supportive throughout Pooran’s cricketing journey, often appearing in public events and on his social media.
Despite the high-profile nature of his career, Pooran has kept his personal life relatively private, choosing to focus on his professional achievements. As of 2024, Pooran and his wife have no children.
Career
Pooran’s professional cricketing career took off when he debuted for the West Indies in 2016 in a T20 International against Pakistan.
Since then, his career trajectory has been remarkable, especially in the T20 format, where his hard-hitting ability and swift reflexes behind the stumps have made him a valuable asset for the West Indies and numerous franchise teams globally.
Pooran’s first notable achievement in international cricket was during the 2019 ICC World Cup, where he scored his maiden ODI century against Sri Lanka and finished as the West Indies’ top scorer for the tournament.
In franchise cricket, Pooran has played for teams in major leagues such as the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Pakistan Super League (PSL), and the Caribbean Premier League (CPL).
His record-breaking performance in 2024, where he scored the most T20 runs in a calendar year, surpassing Mohammad Rizwan’s previous record, further solidified his status as one of the best T20 batsmen in the world.
Pooran has represented teams such as Kings XI Punjab, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL. In 2023, he helped MI New York win the inaugural season of Major League Cricket, scoring 137 runs in the final.
Awards
- ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Rising Star (2019)
- CPL 2024 highest run-scorer
- Player of the Season, Major League Cricket 2023
- Captain of the West Indies ODI and T20I teams (2022)
Net worth
Nicholas Pooran’s estimated net worth is $2 million.
His wealth comes from multiple income streams, including his contracts with IPL franchises, West Indies Cricket Board contracts, and endorsements with various brands.
Social Media
- Instagram: @nicholaspooran
- Twitter: @nicholas_47
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