Sad for West Indies! Nicholas Pooran announces shock retirement at 29 from international cricket

One of the most cleanest strikers of the ball, Nicholas Pooran has announced a shock retirement from international cricket. At just 29 years old, Pooran has called time on his career, just eight months before the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.

Nicholas Pooran goes, cricket loses its flavour

Pooran really sprung a surprise by calling it a day, considering he was perhaps the best T20 batter for his nation that is known for having some amazing talents in limited overs cricket. The international cricket is losing its flavour a bit now, with Virat Kohli (Test), Rohit Sharma (Test), Glenn Maxwell (ODIs) and Heinrich Klaasen (all formats) all have announced retirement. Now, Pooran has dropped a bombshell as well.

“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,” Pooran wrote in his statement on Instagram.

Having made his T20I debut in 2016, Pooran’s shortest format spanned across 106 matches (most for West Indies). He scored 2,275 runs (most) at a strike rate of 136.39.

“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.“

“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.”