Shai Hope slams 109* runs, records 6000 ODI runs:West Indies set 248 target for New Zealand at McLean Park; Kyle Jamieson bags three wickets

The second ODI between West Indies and New Zealand in Napier witnessed a dramatic day of cricket after rain delayed the start on Wednesday. Due to the weather interruption, the match was reduced to 34 overs per side. Despite the setbacks, the West Indies managed to put up a competitive total on the board with a strong captain’s knock from Shai Hope. New Zealand won the toss and opted to bowl first, giving their bowlers the chance to make early use of the conditions. The West Indies lineup struggled in the beginning, but their skipper rose to the occasion with a commanding century that kept the innings together. West Indies lose early wickets, Jamieson shines with three wickets West Indies had a shaky start, losing two quick wickets within the first 10 overs. The team could only manage 40 runs during Powerplay-1. Opener John Campbell departed early for just 4 runs, caught behind off Kyle Jamieson in the sixth over. Shortly after, KC Carty was dismissed for 7, leaving the team at 38/2. New Zealand’s disciplined bowling kept the pressure on as West Indies batsmen struggled to settle in. Shai Hope slams a century, scores 109* off 69 balls After the early collapse, captain Shai Hope took control of the innings. Displaying patience and skill, he anchored the batting lineup even as wickets continued to fall around him. Hope built eight small but important partnerships, including three stands that reached between 40 and 50 runs. He finished unbeaten with a stunning 109 off 69 balls, hitting 13 boundaries and one six. His exceptional knock guided West Indies to 247/9 in their 34 overs. Among New Zealand’s bowlers, Nathan Smith claimed 4 wickets, while Kyle Jamieson contributed with 3. Hope surpasses Lara to reach 6000 ODI runs faster During his century, Shai Hope achieved a major personal milestone by completing 6000 runs in ODI cricket. He surpassed West Indies legend Brian Lara in terms of reaching the mark in fewer innings. Hope reached the milestone in 142 innings, compared to Lara’s 155. He now stands second on the West Indies list, just behind Sir Viv Richards, who achieved the feat in 141 innings.