Nicholas Pooran Named The West Indies White-Ball Captain Following Kieron Pollard's Retirement

West Indies cricket team has named wicket-keeper batter, Nicholas Pooran, as the captain of the ODI and T20I sides. Cricket West Indies (CWI) confirmed the same on their website on Tuesday.

Pooran was the vice-captain of the side when former skipper, Kieron Pollard, was leading the way. Following Pollard’s international retirement, Pooran was the suitable choice. Notably, Shai Hope’s name has been recommended for ODI vice-captaincy.

“I am truly honored to be appointed captain of the West Indies team. I am following the footsteps of several giants of the game who have created an amazing legacy for West Indies cricket. This is indeed a prestigious role, a pivotal position in the West Indian society, as cricket is the force that brings us all West Indians together.”

“To be named captain is indeed the highlight of my career so far and I want to drive the team forward to accomplish great things on the field for our fans and loyal supporters,” Pooran said in a statement released by CWI.

“Selection panel was impressed with Nicholas Pooran’s leadership” – CWI Director

CWI director of cricket, Jimmy Adams, said that Pooran’s appointment was a given considering his impressive outing in the CG Insurance T20I series at home against Australia last year. Following the appointment, his first series as a full-time skipper will be against The Netherlands in the 3-match ODI series in Amstelveen.

“We believe Nicholas is ready for the challenge of leading our white-ball teams given his experience, performances, and the respect he has within the playing group. The Selection Panel believes that Nicholas has matured as a player and were impressed with his leadership of both teams when Kieron Pollard had been absent.”

“The experience he has gathered playing in various franchise leagues around the world was also a factor in the decision to recommend him for the T20 Captaincy,” Adams mentioned.

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