The 28-year-old Trinidadian, known for his six-hitting fireworks in the IPL and CPL, has reportedly signed a 3-year ambassadorial deal worth a reported $4.2M with a global sports tech company “SixStrike Analytics.”
*What’s the deal?*
Under the agreement, Pooran will:
1. *Co-develop* a new AI batting simulator that reads bowlers’ grips and suggests shots in real-time during training
2. *Launch* the “Pooran Power Academy” – a free online coaching program for young Caribbean and African batters
3. *Headline* SixStrike’s 2026 T20 World Cup campaign with the tagline: _“Hit It. Track It. Prove It.”_
*“He’s done it again” – Why fans are reacting*
This isn’t Pooran’s first big move off-pitch. In 2024 he launched a charity funding cricket gear for rural schools. Fans on X are calling this his “smartest six” yet.
“From clearing ropes to clearing paths for the next generation. Pooran is building legacy, not just innings,” one fan posted.
*What it means for West Indies cricket*
Analysts say the deal could change how young WI players train. The AI simulator Pooran helped design will be installed in 12 academies across the Caribbean and 5 in Nigeria, including one at Benue State University, Makurdi by Q4 2026.
*Pooran’s short statement:*
“I’ve always believed cricket is more than boundaries. If my name can help a 14-year-old in Gboko or Grenada face better bowling in practice, then the deal is worth more than money.”
*See more*: Full breakdown of the AI simulator, Pooran’s top 5 IPL knocks, and how Fidel Poly students can access free trials drops in our next sports edition.
_Disclaimer: This article is a fictional piece created for NAPAS Voice magazine creative writing section. No real deal has been announced by Nicholas Pooran or SixStrike Analytics as of April 2026._
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