Nicholas Pooran is a wicket-keeper batsman from West Indies playing for Lucknow Super Giants. IPL 2026 fantasy price: 9.5 Cr on CricketDream.
🏏PLAYER DETAILS
🌍INTERNATIONAL CAREER
In T20Is, Nicholas Pooran has scored 2,177 runs across 105 matches at an average of 25.31 (SR 134.80). His best score is 82. In ODIs, Nicholas Pooran has scored 1,829 runs across 57 matches at an average of 38.91 (SR 97.91), with 3 centuries and 9 half-centuries. His best score is 118. He has taken 6 ODI wickets at an average of 29.00 and economy of 6.18, with best figures of 4/48.
| Format | Mat | Runs | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | Wkts | Bowl Avg | Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 105 | 2,177 | 25.31 | 134.80 | 0 | 12 | — | — | — |
| ODI | 57 | 1,829 | 38.91 | 97.91 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 29.00 | 6.18 |
| M | Inn | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 105 | 96 | 10 | 2,177 | 82 | 25.31 | 134.80 | 12 | 0 | 146 | 141 |
📋PLAYER OVERVIEW
Nicholas Pooran is a overseas wicket-keeper batsman representing Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026. He carries a fantasy credit value of 9.5 Cr on CricketDream.
Across 22 matches this IPL season, Nicholas Pooran has scored 992 fantasy points — 45 a game, at 104.4 points per credit. The median wicket-keeper batsman in the pool returns 38 a game, so he is running 18% above his position across 75 comparable players.
📊RECENT FORM (LAST 5 MATCHES)
| vs | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Catches | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIL | 36 | 21 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 81 |
| TR | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 25 |
| LS | 39 | 25 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 84 |
| MSG | 54 ⭐ | 28 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 114 |
| LS | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 17 |
Over his last 5 games he is averaging 64 fantasy points, against 45 for the season. Most recently against MIL: 81. Best of the run was 114 against MSG. 1 fifty in that stretch.
🎯FANTASY VERDICT
⚖️ 45 a game at 9.5 Cr — 104.4 points per credit. The median wicket-keeper batsman returns 38 a game. Roughly what his position returns, so he is a fill rather than a differential.
CREDIT VALUE
❓FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are Nicholas Pooran's IPL 2026 fantasy stats?▾
Nicholas Pooran has scored 992 fantasy points across 22 matches in IPL 2026, averaging 45 pts per game. At 9.5 Cr he delivers 104.4 points per credit — excellent value this season.
Is Nicholas Pooran a good fantasy pick in IPL 2026?▾
Yes — Nicholas Pooran is one of the premium picks at 9.5 Cr with an elite 45-point average. He is a safe starter in most fantasy formats.
Which IPL team does Nicholas Pooran play for in 2026?▾
Nicholas Pooran plays for Lucknow Super Giants as a wicket-keeper batsman in IPL 2026.
What is Nicholas Pooran's fantasy credit value on CricketDream?▾
Nicholas Pooran is priced at 9.5 credits on CricketDream for IPL 2026. He has returned 104.4 fantasy points per credit this season across 22 matches.
Should I pick Nicholas Pooran as captain or vice-captain?▾
Nicholas Pooran can work as a vice-captain on his day, but carries some risk as captain. Check the pitch report and playing XI before selecting him as C.
What is Nicholas Pooran's role in IPL 2026 fantasy cricket?▾
Nicholas Pooran is a wicket-keeper batsman for Lucknow Super Giants. As a wicket-keeper batsman he earns points from batting, stumpings, and catches — making him a dual-threat option.
How has Nicholas Pooran performed in recent IPL 2026 matches?▾
Nicholas Pooran has played 22 matches in IPL 2026 with a total of 992 fantasy points. His form has been excellent, averaging 45 pts per game. Data is updated after every completed match.
How many points per credit does Nicholas Pooran deliver in IPL 2026?▾
Nicholas Pooran returns 104.4 fantasy points per credit at his price of 9.5 Cr. This is outstanding value and makes him one of the best options in his price range.
What are Nicholas Pooran's international cricket career stats?▾
Nicholas Pooran has international career data across T20I, ODI. His best batting format is T20I, where he has scored 2,177 runs in 105 matches with a batting average of 25.31.
How many T20I runs has Nicholas Pooran scored in international cricket?▾
Nicholas Pooran has scored 2,177 runs in 105 T20I matches (96 innings), averaging 25.31 at a strike rate of 134.80. His highest score is 82.
How many ODI runs has Nicholas Pooran scored in international cricket?▾
Nicholas Pooran has scored 1,829 runs in 57 ODI matches (54 innings), averaging 38.91 at a strike rate of 97.91. He has hit 3 centuries and 9 half-centuries in ODIs. His highest score is 118.
How many ODI wickets does Nicholas Pooran have?▾
Nicholas Pooran has taken 6 wickets in ODI cricket across 7 bowling innings with a bowling average of 29.00 and an economy rate of 6.18. His best bowling figures are 4/48.
How does Nicholas Pooran's IPL performance compare to his international career?▾
In IPL 2026, Nicholas Pooran averages 45 fantasy points per match. Internationally, his best batting average is 25.31 in T20Is — demonstrating his pedigree as a world-class cricketer across formats.
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