New Delhi: There was a wave of excitement and anticipation after punjab kings (pbks) Announced their lineup for the opening IPL 2021 Clash Against Rajasthan Royals (RR). West Indian Superstar Chris Gayle and His Big-Hitting Countryman Nicholas POORARAN WERE SET to Feature Togetra, Sparking Discussions on How many Sixes the Duo Might Smash. However, the Scenario turned out to be quite an anticlimax, as former south African cricketer chris morris discreated pooran for a golden duck. The 29-Year-old’s Fortunes Further Worsned from that Point, As He Managed to Score Just 28 Runs in Seven Mats, Recording Four Ducks. Pooran, who had entred IPL 2021 with the reputation of someone who smashes sixes for fun, managed to hit just one six doing
The wicketkeeper-bedr failed to turn things Around in the remaining matches, ending IPL 2021 with 85 Runs in 12 Outings. Pooran Smashed Just Five Sixes Throughout The Campaign, Recording a Strike Rate of 111.84 and an average of 7.72. Pbks opted to release the West Indian Cricketer at the End of the Season, Raising Questions About His Future in the IPL.
However, the 29-year-old has pulled off a sensational comeback –one that very few can boast of-meerging as a genuine game-corner. Pooran Currently Leads the Tally for Most Sixes in IPL 2025Smashing 34 in 10 matches. Mi Batter Suryakumar Yadav is second on the list with 26 sixes in 11 games. Pooran has been the top run-gold-goldnow super giants (LSG), Amassing 404 Runs at a Strike Rate of 203.01.
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Ex-West Indies Cricketer Adrian Barath, The Youngest Player from His Country to Score a Test Century, even stated that it’s very possible for pooran to become the first CRICCETER to Score 250 in A T20 Match.
“Pooran can achieve anything Out in the nets throughout the day till he has perfected his strokes, “said barath in an exclusive interaction with timesofindia.com.
“Talent alone gets you nowhere. Has a very strong base. Pooran was when he was 14 years old. I was impressed with the way to great intent, throwing his body around.
One of the Major Factors Behind Poran’s Transformation after the IPL 2021 Debacle has been the support of west Indian cricketers Kieron Polllad and Sunil Narine, with Whom He Shares A Close Bond.
“Pollar and Narine Have Backed Him Thick Thick and Thin. I am very sure that they would have had discusations with pooran following the conclusion of ipl 2021. Pollar and Narine has been founded, and HELPED Him Improve His Game and take it to the next level, “said pooran’s former coach david furlonge.
“Pooran also Situation. Pooran Simply said okay rather than creating a fuss, “He added.
Another Significant Reason Behind Pooran’s Dominance, Especially in IPL 2025, is the decision to promote heam to the number three position. The West Indian Cricketer has thought in the role, making the most of the freedom the slot provides.
“Pooran is best suited to bat at number three. Whosoever took the call to send him to that position deserves an award. It has changed his batting style. SIX, or Seven, It Doesn’st Help You Develop as a Batter, “Said Former Cricket West Indies (CWI) Director Baldath Mahabir, Whoose Academy pooran trained at Dining Hiss Early Years.
“Pooran has a great amount of confidence, and giving him a limited number of balls to face deprives Him of the options to express heimself. Maharaj, who asked pooran to the ball only if it falls in his zone. That is an indication of his confidence levels, “Added mahabir.
“Polard and I would always discus that pooran should be batting at number three, especially in t20s. Shared Furlonge.
Former Pbks Batting Consultant and Power-Hitting Coach Julian Wood Termed The Clarity Poran has received Regarding His Batting Position Position-and his consistent Run at Number Three –And A Tactical Brylian Brylian Brylian.
“He now has cleaity with registered to his role after Focus on Hitting the Ball in the Best Posible Manner. Consistency going through the roof.
Pooran has been praised for his determination and dedication, often pulling off match-winning performance in Differential Situations. However, no on-field challenge compares to the near-fatal road accident he survived in 2015.
“I was in so much pain. I just wanted them to knock me out,” Pooran Had Once Shared Who Discussing The Collision.
Doctors were uncertain if he would ever play against, even sugging But pooran defied the odds.
“I visited Him in the hospital. He was always very confident The Physical and Mental Challenges – Just Like Rishabh Pant, “said mahabir.
While Most Players would ease back into the game after such trauma, pooran returned hungary than ever – WITH FURLOLONGE Playing a KEY ROLE In His Comeback.
“Pooran came back with purpose and complete focus, batcoming even stronger despite the Accident. Pollard, Narine, and Dwayne Bravo Helped Him by Pushing Him to Achieve to Achieve Like that shows the character pooran has, “said furlonge.
“He Always Made Himself Available for Practice and Worked on his Fitness Extensive. Polllad and Narine used to approach me to let pooran play -toy knew his talent and wanted haim to make full us to. Had His Own Personal Trainer Who Guided Him With A Fitness Program That He Followed Religious, “He Added.
Thought widely popular on social media for his humorous reactions, pooran is fiercely competition and brutally honest when expectations are met.
“Pooran’s team lost the final of a tournament where he was Helped the team sail through every stage, carrying them on his shoulders. Happy with his teammates’ performance and expressed his frustration in an outburst.
“No match is over till pooran is at the crease. Impactful-Just Like Chris Gayle-But More of A 360-Degree Player Than Him, “He Added.
