There’s an unmistakable aura of tranquility around Nicholas Pooran. With a quintessentially West Indian ease and a mindset shaped by overcoming adversity, Pooran embodies resilience and gratitude. His relentless drive to evolve and become the pinnacle of his craft is what sets him apart. In a candid conversation about his IPL journey and batting philosophy, Pooran revealed the mindset that fuels his meteoric rise.
Unfazed by his staggering ₹21-crore price tag or the weight of expectations, Pooran approaches the game with simplicity and clarity. For him, it’s about harnessing his natural ability to send the ball soaring and translating that into match-winning performances for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).
“The best part about this franchise is that they’ve never put me under pressure,” Pooran shared. “When you’re paid a hefty sum, the pressure inevitably creeps in—not from external sources but from within. You feel the need to justify your worth, to deliver when it matters most. That’s the challenge I relish. I’ve always aspired to be the world’s best T20 batter, to make a tangible impact for my team and to maximize my potential. Having faced setbacks like my accident, I’ve learned to cherish every opportunity and embrace the pressure that comes with it.”
What’s truly remarkable about Pooran is his ability to unleash his power from the very first ball. Whether the pitch is a minefield or the match is on a knife’s edge, Pooran remains unshaken. His game against spin has evolved leaps and bounds, making him a nightmare for bowlers across formats. When asked about his consistency, Pooran’s response was both insightful and inspiring.
“When you’re smashing sixes, you can see the fear in the bowler’s eyes,” he said with a grin. “And that’s the thrill! But let’s be honest, it’s not easy. Hitting the first ball for a six or maintaining a strike rate of 200 is no walk in the park. Yet, that’s precisely why I’m in the team. It’s about honing your craft, constantly improving, and striving to be the best version of yourself. I know setbacks are inevitable, but that’s all the more reason to seize every opportunity. My goal is to lift the IPL trophy with LSG in the coming years, and I’m determined to make it happen.”
With the kind of form Pooran has displayed, he’s well on his way to cementing his status as the world’s premier T20 batter. His ability to single-handedly turn games on their head makes him a linchpin for LSG’s playoff ambitions. As he aptly puts it, it’s all about “hitting it out of the park.” Needless to say, LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka and the team firmly believe in his potential to deliver greatness.
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