Nicholas Pooran is a professional cricketer from Trinidad who is widely recognized for his explosive batting in the limited overs format.
He left his mark in international cricket as a powerful left-handed batsman and wicketkeeper for the West Indies and was known for his aggressive play and leadership qualities.
Pooran’s rise to fame was driven by his stellar performances in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and other global T20 leagues, as well as his success with the West Indies team in various ICC tournaments.
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- Full name: Nicholas Plan
- Date of birth: October 2, 1995
- Age: 29 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Trinidad
- Nationality: Trinidad
- Occupation: Cricketer (batsman, wicketkeeper)
- Height: Not applicable
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Katharina Miguel
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Indian-Trinidadian
- Net worth: $2 million
early life and education
Nicholas Pooran was born on October 2, 1995 in Trinidad. By 2024, he will be 29 years old.
He grew up in Trinidad, where cricket was a central part of life, and from an early age he showed an exceptional talent for the game.
He went to school in Trinidad, where he began playing cricket, but many details about his early education and family background are private.
His heritage is rooted in Trinidad’s Indian diaspora community, which is reflected in his strong cultural identity.
personal life
Nicholas Poullan married Katharina 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 career, often appearing at public events and on social media.
Despite his high-profile career, Pooran kept his personal life relatively private, choosing to focus on his professional achievements. As of 2024, Poulan and his wife have no children.
Profession
Pooran’s professional cricket career began when he made his professional cricket debut in 2016 in a T20 international for West Indies against Pakistan.
His career trajectory since then has been remarkable, especially in the T20 format, where his hard-hitting ability and quick reflexes behind the stumps have made him a valuable asset to West Indies and numerous franchise teams across the globe. .
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 culminated in the West Indies Championship top scorer.
In franchise cricket, Pooran has played for teams in major leagues such as the Indian Premier League (IPL), Pakistan Super League (PSL) and Caribbean Premier League (CPL).
He broke the record in 2024 by scoring the most T20 runs in a year, surpassing Mohammad Rizwan’s previous record and further cementing his status as one of the best T20 batsmen in the world.
Pooran has represented teams like Kings XI Punjab, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL. In 2023, he helped MI New York win the inaugural season of the MLS and scored 137 runs in the final.
Awards
- ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Rising Stars (2019)
- CPL 2024 Highest Run Scorer
- Major League Cricket Player of the Season 2023
- West Indies ODI and T20I captain (2022)
net worth
Nicholas Poorland has an estimated net worth of $2 million.
His wealth comes from various sources of income, including contracts with IPL franchises, contracts with the West Indies Cricket Board and endorsements with several brands.
social media
- Instagram: @nicholaspooran
- Twitter: @nicholas_47
