Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) has introduced Nicholas Pooran as its new captain for the upcoming Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025. Pooran will take over the mantle of management from the legendary Kieron Pollard, who has led the facet since 2019, guiding it to a report fourth title in 2020.
Accepting the management function, Pooran stated: “It means quite a bit, at the beginning, to characterize Trinbago Knight Riders. It’s a privilege that I’m getting the chance to guide this franchise. I need to give it my greatest shot, and hopefully make as many right choices as I can.
“For me, essentially the most satisfying factor is that Pollard continues to be enjoying, Sunil (Narine) and Andre (Russell) are right here too. That’s quite a lot of expertise I can financial institution on. To guide them on the sphere – it means quite a bit to me,” he additional added.
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Pollard’s reign as captain was marked by consistency and tactical brilliance. Between 2019 and 2024, below his management, the Trinbago Knight Riders not solely clinched the 2020 CPL title – their fourth trophy within the competitors – however did it with a report unbeaten season earlier than making two extra playoff appearances.
Whereas handing over the reins, Kieron Pollard stated: “I received a possibility to guide my dwelling franchise for the final six years, and it has been particular strolling out main Trinbago Knight Riders in entrance of packed stadiums across the Caribbean. I imagine grooming the following technology is essential. With Bravo approaching board this 12 months as the brand new head coach, we felt that is the fitting time to get a brand new captain in.”
Pooran smashed 504 runs in 11 matches at a median of 56.00 within the 2024 season. TKR will start their 2025 CPL marketing campaign towards St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots at Warner Park on August 17.