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Same score, different scripts: How Shai Hope crafted identical T20I centuries against India in contrasting situations

West Indies have leveled the five-match T20I series against India after a dominant fourth-match victory, thanks in large part to captain Shai Hope’s relentless form. Hope scored his second century of the series—both unbeaten 102s—while showcasing his adaptability in vastly different match scenarios.

In Ranchi, he anchored a shaky chase, rebuilding from a 5-for-2 collapse with a disciplined 102 off 45 balls, while in Hyderabad, he led a first-innings assault with another 102, this time off 50 balls, as West Indies piled on 247/3. Across seven innings on this tour, Hope has now amassed 539 runs, including four centuries, proving his ability to dominate across formats and conditions.

His latest knock in Hyderabad featured explosive late bursts, including a 39-ball 39 at a strike rate of 300, alongside Romario Shepherd’s aggressive support, sealing the win with a 74-run partnership off just 26 balls. The contrast between his defensive resilience in Ranchi and his aggressive leadership in Hyderabad underscores his tactical versatility as West Indies’ series-leveler.

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