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Shai Diego Hope (born 10 November 1993) is a Barbadian cricketer, who plays as a wicketkeeper-batsman for the West Indies cricket team.[1][2] He is also the current ODI &T20I captain of the West Indies cricket team.[3][4] In June 2018, he was named the Men's Cricketer of the Year, Test Cricketer of the Year and the ODI Cricketer of the Year at the annual Cricket West Indies' Awards.[5] The following year, he was named the CWI ODI Player of the Year.[6] He is generally regarded as one of the best ODI batsmen in the contemporary cricketing world. Hope has also twice been named, for both 2020 and 2022, in the ICC ODI Team of the Year.[7][8][9] Hope is the first cricketer in history to hit hundreds against all Full Member nations in international cricket.

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Personal life

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Hope has an elder brother, Kyle Hope, who also plays professional cricket. He pursued secondary schooling at Queen's College in Saint James, Barbados.[10][11]

Early and domestic career

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Hope was further educated at Bedes Senior School in East Sussex, England[12] under the guidance of former Sussex captain Alan Wells. Whilst at Bedes, Hope guided the 1st XI to the national 20/20 final where he scored a half century in a losing cause versus Millfield. During the 2012 season, Hope had a brief stint at local East Sussex side Chiddingly CC averaging 46 runs throughout the season with a top score of 61. He also considered remaining in the United Kingdom at that time, with the intention to qualify to play for the England cricket team.[12]

Hope has been described by the West Indian cricket writer and commentator Tony Cozier as "A stylish No. 3 batsman whose 211 for Barbados against Windward Islands cricket team was the tournament's only double-hundred".[13] In 2017, he was a key member of the Barbados team that won the Regional Super50, scoring centuries in both the semi-final[14] and final,[15] and was named man of the match in both games.

Hope batting for Yorkshire in 2023.

In November 2019, Hope was selected to play for the Rangpur Rangers in the 2019–20 Bangladesh Premier League.[16] In July 2020, he was named in the Barbados Tridents squad for the 2020 Caribbean Premier League.[17][18] On 15 October 2022 Hope was named as the new captain, replacing Jason Holder, of the Barbados Pride for the 2021-22 Regional Super50 tournament.[19] In April of the following year, Hope joined English club Yorkshire for three games of the 2023 County Championship season.[20] During his debut game for the club, he notched a second innings 83, in an eventual loss to Leicestershire.[21][22] His second game for Yorkshire against Gloucestershire ensued without a ball bowled due to heavy rain. During Hope's final match with the side, he scored an unbeaten second-innings 53 in an eventual draw against Sussex at Hove.[23][24]

International career

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Hope made his Test debut against England on 1 May 2015.[25] In August 2016, he was added to the West Indies squad for their Test series against India.[26]

Hope made his One Day International (ODI) debut in the second match of the tri-series, against Sri Lanka.[27] His maiden ODI ton came on his second ODI, in the same tour against Zimbabwe, when he scored 101 during chasing the 257 runs.[28] His score did not change the game, where the match ended in a tie, which is the 34th tied ODI match and the first tied ODI match between the two teams and he was adjudged man of the match for his performance.[29]

On 25 August 2017, Hope scored his maiden Test ton in the second Test against England. He along with Kraigg Brathwaite put a 246-run partnership to lift the West Indies total to 427. Chasing 322 in the second innings, Hope scored his second hundred and guided West Indies to a 5-wicket win. In the second innings also, Brathwaite and Hope added 144 runs as well. The win was West Indies' first away victory over England since 2000 and Hope was awarded man of the match for his winning performances.[30] Hope's two centuries in the match against England marked the first time this feat had been achieved at Headingley Cricket Ground in first-class cricket.[31] His contribution in the 2017 tour of England was recognised in April 2018 when he was named one of the five Wisden Cricketers of the Year.[32]

In December 2017, Hope was added to the West Indies' Twenty20 International (T20I) squad ahead of their series against New Zealand.[33] He made his T20I debut for the West Indies against New Zealand on 29 December 2017.[34]

In October 2018, Cricket West Indies (CWI) awarded Hope a contract across all formats of cricket for the 2018–19 season.[35][36]

In May 2019, Hope played in his 50th ODI match, in the opening fixture of the 2019 Ireland Tri-Nation Series.[37] In that match, Hope and John Campbell made 365 runs for the opening wicket. It was the highest opening partnership in ODIs,[38] and it was also the first time that both openers for the West Indies had scored 150 runs each in an ODI match.[39] In the next match of the tri-series, against Bangladesh, Hope became the fastest batsman for the West Indies, in terms of number of innings, to score 2,000 runs in ODIs, doing so in his 47th innings.[40]

Hope was named in the West Indies' squad for the 2019 Cricket World Cup.[41][42] The International Cricket Council (ICC) named Hope as the key player of the West Indies' squad prior to the tournament.[43] On 17 June 2019, in the match against Bangladesh, Hope played in his 100th international match for the West Indies.[44] Hope scored 96 runs facing 121 balls with 4 fours and a six against Bangladesh at Taunton, 17 June 2019.[45]

On 22 December 2019, during the third match against India, Hope became the second-fastest batsman, in terms of innings, to score 3,000 runs in ODIs, doing so in his 67th innings.[46]

He was later named in the 2019 ICC ODI team of the Year.[7] In June 2020, Hope was named in the West Indies' Test squad, for their series against England.[47] The Test series was originally scheduled to start in May 2020, but was moved back to July 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[48]

On 8 June 2022 Hope went on to score 127 against Pakistan in the first game of a three match ODI series played at the Multan Cricket Stadium. In so doing he became the 3rd fastest batsman of all time to compile 4000 runs in one day internationals and the 11th West Indian batsman to accomplish this feat.[49][50]

Hope played his 100th ODI match on 24 July 2022, scoring 115 against India in the second match of their bilateral series. Hope shared a fourth wicket stand of 117 with Nicholas Pooran but did so in a losing cause.[51] He was later bestowed with the honour of being named in the 2022 ICC ODI team of the Year.[9][8]

On 21 March 2023, Hope scored 128 not out to spur the Windies to eventually win the second ODI of their 2023 tour of South Africa played at Buffalo Park, East London. With this knock he became the second West Indian, after Richie Richardson, to score a century on his ODI captaincy debut.[52][53] Along with Heinrich Klaasen, Hope was later jointly adjudged as the man of the ODI series.[54]

In December 2023, he scored his 16th ODI century against England in the first game of the three-match series.[55] He scored 109 not out off 83 balls to steer his team to a memorable victory. In the process, Hope crossed 5000 runs in ODIs, becoming the fastest ever West Indian to reach the mark, equalling the record of Sir Vivian Richards, in his 114th innings, and the 3rd fastest in the world.[56]

In May 2024, he was named in the West Indies squad for the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup tournament.[57]

List of international centuries

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Hope has scored four centuries in Test matches and 18 in One Day and 1 in t20Internationals. His highest Test score of 147 came against England at Leeds in August 2017. His highest ODI score of 170 came against Ireland at Dublin in May 2019.

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Test centuries

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List of Test centuries scored by Shai Hope[58]
No. Score Opponent Venue Date Result Ref
1 147  England Headingley, Leeds 25–29 August 2017 Won [59]
2 118*  England
3 103  India Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, New Delhi 10–14 October 2025 Lost [60]
4 140  New Zealand Hagley Oval, Christchurch 2–6 December 2025 Drawn [61]

One Day International centuries

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List of ODI centuries scored by Shai Hope[62]
No. Score Opponent Venue Date Result Ref
1 101 †  Zimbabwe Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo 19 November 2016 Tied [63]
2 123*  India ACA–VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam 24 October 2018 Tied [64]
3 146* †  Bangladesh Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka 11 December 2018 Won [65]
4 108*  Bangladesh Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet 14 December 2018 Lost [66]
5 170  Ireland Castle Avenue, Dublin 5 May 2019 Won [67]
6 109 †  Bangladesh Castle Avenue, Dublin 7 May 2019 Lost [68]
7 109* †  Afghanistan Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow 11 November 2019 Won [69]
8 102*  India MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai 15 December 2019 Won [70]
9 115  Sri Lanka Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo 22 February 2020 Lost [71]
10 110 †  Sri Lanka North Sound 10 March 2021 Won [72]
11 119* †  Netherlands VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen 31 May 2022 Won [73]
12 127  Pakistan Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan 8 June 2022 Lost [74]
13 115  India Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain 24 July 2022 Lost [75]
14 128* ‡ †  South Africa Buffalo Park, East London 18 March 2023 Won [51]
15 132 ‡ †    Nepal Harare Sports Club, Harare 22 June 2023 Won [76]
16 109* ‡ †  England Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound 3 December 2023 Won [77]
17 117 ‡  England Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound 2 November 2024 Lost [78]
18 120* ‡ †  Pakistan Brian Lara Stadium, San Fernando 12 August 2025 Won [79]
19 109* ‡ †  New Zealand McLean Park, Napier 19 November 2025 Lost [80]

Twenty20 International centuries

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List of T20I centuries scored by Shai Hope[81]
No. Score Opponent Venue Date Result Ref
1 102* ‡  Australia Warner Park, Basseterre 25 July 2025 Lost [82]

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Shai Diego Hope (born 10 November 1993) is a Barbadian professional cricketer who plays as a right-handed wicket-keeper batter for the national cricket team. He made his international debut in all three formats in 2015, beginning with a Test match against in April, followed by ODIs in September and T20Is in November of the same year. Hope has been a consistent performer across formats, particularly in ODIs where he has amassed over 5,000 runs, including 19 centuries (as of November 2025), and serves as the captain of the ODI and T20I sides, having been appointed ODI captain in September 2023 and T20I captain in 2025. Hope's career highlights include his remarkable twin centuries (147 and 118 not out) in a single against at in 2017, making him the first to achieve this feat in and earning him widespread acclaim as a rising star. In 2018, he was named the West Indies Men's Cricketer of the Year, Cricketer of the Year, and ODI Cricketer of the Year at the annual awards, recognizing his pivotal contributions to the team's successes. As captain, he led to a historic ODI series win against in 2023, highlighted by his own unbeaten century on captaincy debut, becoming only the second after to score a hundred in his first ODI as skipper. More recently, in October 2025, Hope ended an eight-year wait for a century with a score of 103 against , setting a record for the longest gap between Test hundreds at 58 innings. He also scored his first T20I century in 2025. Beyond international cricket, Hope has represented in domestic competitions and played in various T20 leagues, including the for in 2024, where he scored 183 runs in nine matches. His technical solidity behind the stumps and elegant strokeplay have established him as one of the most reliable middle-order batsmen in cricket, contributing to the team's resurgence in limited-overs formats.

Personal life

Early life and education

Shai Hope was born on 10 November 1993 in , into a family with deep roots in . His parents, Ian and Quinta Hope, raised him in a sports-oriented household, where the sport was a prominent influence from an early age. His elder brother, , also pursued a professional career, further embedding the game within the family dynamic. Growing up in , Hope's initial exposure to came through family encouragement and local community activities, fostering his passion for the sport during his formative years. He attended St. Cyprian's Boys' School, a primary institution in , from 1996 to 2004, where he began developing his skills alongside academic pursuits. The school's emphasis on character and excellence provided an early foundation for his disciplined approach to . Hope continued his education at Queen's College in Saint James, Barbados, for secondary schooling, where he first engaged in competitive cricket matches that showcased his emerging talent. At Queen's College, he honed his abilities in school teams, gaining recognition for his wicketkeeping and batting prowess among peers and coaches. This period marked the beginning of structured training that highlighted his potential, leading to opportunities in youth development programs in Barbados. He was further educated at Bede's Senior School in East Sussex, England, spending two years in the sixth form on a scholarship, under the guidance of former Sussex captain Alan Wells.

Family and relationships

Shai Hope was born on 10 November 1993 in to parents Ian Hope and Quinta Hope. His father, Ian, played club-level , while his mother, Quinta, was accomplished in and , creating a household immersed in sports. Hope has an elder brother, , a professional er who has represented and in domestic . The siblings grew up playing together, with Kyle's involvement helping to ignite Shai's early passion for the game and reinforcing their shared family commitment to . The Hope family provided unwavering support during Shai's youth, attending his milestones and expressing deep pride in his development as an athlete. As of November 2025, Hope keeps his private, focusing primarily on his career, and remains unmarried with no publicly known romantic relationships. In philanthropic efforts, he and his brother Kyle donated bats in 2018 to Barbadian descendants in the Cuban community of Baragua, promoting access to the sport among .

Domestic career

Youth and regional debut

Hope began his involvement in organized at the age of 12, joining the development system and participating in trials for the Under-15 and Under-19 squads. Influenced by his family's cricketing heritage, he quickly progressed through the ranks, honing his skills as a right-handed batsman and wicket-keeper. Hope earned selection for the Under-19 team for the 2012 ICC Under-19 World Cup in , where he featured as a lower-order batsman in three matches, aggregating 26 runs. The tournament provided an early international exposure, with finishing fifth overall after advancing from the group stage. Transitioning to senior cricket, Hope made his first-class debut for on 6 December 2013 against in the Regional Four Day Competition at , , where he scored 5 runs across two innings. This appearance marked his entry into professional regional play during the 2013-14 season. In the subsequent 2014-15 season, Hope secured his List A debut in the Regional Super50 tournament, debuting against on 17 2015 and beginning to solidify his role as a wicket-keeper batsman with consistent middle-order contributions. His early domestic outings highlighted his potential, blending technical solidity with aggressive strokeplay.

First-class and List A cricket

Shai Hope made his first-class debut for during the 2013–14 Regional Four Day Competition against at . By 2025, he had accumulated significant experience in the longer format, with domestic first-class appearances for contributing to his overall record of 4,334 runs at an average of 34.39 in 75 total first-class matches, including 10 centuries. His consistent performances as an opener and wicket-keeper highlighted his reliability in regional competitions, often anchoring innings on challenging pitches. One standout season was the 2014–15 Regional Four Day Competition, where Hope scored 628 runs across nine matches, emerging as the fourth-highest run-scorer and earning selection for the Test squad. He followed this with another impressive campaign in the 2016–17 WICB Professional Cricket League Regional Four Day Tournament, registering 377 runs in 4 matches at an average of 75.40, featuring a career-best 215 not out against . In , Hope has represented in over 50 domestic matches, amassing around 2,000 runs at an average above 35 while fulfilling wicket-keeping responsibilities in most outings. His ability to build partnerships and effect dismissals has been crucial to ' successes in tournaments like the . Hope's domestic progression included occasional leadership duties, notably as captain of the Barbados Pride in the 2022 CG United , where he led the team to the title with a match-winning 103 not out in the final against Scorpions. This role underscored his growing influence and prepared him for international captaincy.

Franchise and overseas leagues

Hope began his franchise T20 career in the (CPL), joining the for the 2015 season and remaining with the team through 2018. During this period, he established himself as a reliable middle-order batsman and wicketkeeper, contributing to the team's competitive campaigns. In 2019, Hope switched to the , where he has continued to play through the 2025 season, helping the franchise secure the CPL title in 2019. Overall in the CPL, Hope has amassed 1,965 runs across 68 matches, achieving a exceeding 120, with notable performances including 13 half-centuries and a century. Hope's overseas engagements extended to the (BBL) in , where he signed with the for the 2019-20 season. In a brief appearance, he played 4 matches, scoring 78 runs at an average of 26, showcasing his adaptability to fast-paced conditions despite limited opportunities. This stint highlighted his potential in global T20 leagues beyond the . In the (PSL), Hope joined the for the 2023 edition and returned for the 2025 season, playing a pivotal role in the latter. During the 2025 campaign, he scored 61 runs in 5 matches. Across 13 PSL matches with the Sultans, he has scored 198 runs, emphasizing consistency in the middle order. Hope made his (IPL) debut in 2024 with the , marking a significant milestone in his T20 career. In 9 matches, he scored 183 runs at an average of 22.88, featuring steady performances that bolstered the team's batting lineup and demonstrated his technique against high-quality pace and . This entry into the IPL underscored his growing international appeal in franchise cricket. Hope represented the Pretoria Capitals in the SA20 league in South Africa during the 2025-26 season. On 7 January 2026, at Kingsmead in Durban, he scored an unbeaten 118 off 69 balls against the Durban Super Giants, including nine fours and nine sixes. This maiden SA20 century set a new tournament record for the highest individual score, surpassing Kyle Verreynne's previous mark of 116, and helped the Capitals reach a total of 201/4.

International career

Test cricket

Shai Hope made his Test debut for the on 1 May 2015 against at , , where he scored 15 runs in the first innings and 4 in the second, as the hosts suffered an innings defeat. Despite a modest start following limited first-class experience, Hope gradually established himself as a reliable middle-order batsman and wicket-keeper, contributing to the team's efforts in subsequent series against and . Hope achieved his maiden Test century on 25 August 2017 during the third Test against at , , scoring 147 in the first innings as part of a crucial 246-run partnership for the second wicket with , which helped recover from 45 for one to post 427. This knock, followed by 81 in the second innings during a historic chase of 322—the highest successful fourth-innings pursuit in at the time—marked a breakthrough, securing a five-wicket and ' first Test win in in 17 years. Hope's subsequent centuries, including another against in the same series, underscored his potential in challenging conditions, though consistency remained a challenge in the longer format. As of November 2025, Hope has played 43 matches, accumulating 2,005 runs at an average of 25.38, including three centuries and eight half-centuries, while effecting 85 dismissals as wicket-keeper (70 catches and 15 stumpings). His role has evolved to emphasize resilience in the lower middle order, often stabilizing on seaming pitches or against spin-heavy attacks. In the second against in 2025 at , Hope scored 103 in the second while following on, ending an eight-year wait for a century and anchoring the batting in a gritty effort despite ' loss.

One Day International cricket

Shai Hope made his (ODI) debut for the on 16 November 2016 against at during the Zimbabwe Tri-Nation Series, where he scored 47 runs off 80 balls as the team posted 227 before winning by 62 runs. In just his second ODI, three days later on 19 November 2016 against at the same venue, Hope achieved a breakthrough by scoring his maiden century, 101 runs off 122 balls, in pursuit of 257, though the match ended in a tie. Hope has established himself as a reliable top-order batsman and wicket-keeper, often opening or batting at number three, contributing significantly to the ' middle-order stability in the 50-over format. As of November 2025, he has played 145 ODIs, amassing 5,951 runs at an average of 50.01, including 18 centuries and 30 half-centuries, with a highest score of 170 ; behind the stumps, he has effected 163 dismissals (148 catches and 15 stumpings). His underscores his consistency in bilateral series and tournaments, while his keeping has been instrumental in supporting the bowling attack. In major tournaments, Hope's performances have highlighted his endurance in longer innings. During the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup in , he scored 274 runs across nine matches at an average of 34.25, with a highest of 96 against , providing crucial anchors amid the team's challenging campaign that ended without a win. In bilateral series from 2024 to 2025, Hope maintained strong form, averaging 34.33 in 12 ODIs during 2024 (including a century against ) and improving to 54.50 in nine ODIs in 2025, with standout contributions like 120 not out against to secure a series win, reflecting his growing leadership and reliability as an occasional .

Twenty20 International cricket

Shai Hope made his (T20I) debut for the against on 29 December 2017 at in Nelson, opening the batting and scoring 24 runs off 20 balls in a match that lost by 20 runs. Early in his T20I career, Hope primarily batted in the middle to lower order, contributing as a wicketkeeper-batsman with steady but unremarkable performances that highlighted his potential in the shortest format. Over time, Hope transitioned to a regular opener, a role he has fulfilled in 29 of his T20I innings, allowing him to adapt his aggressive strokeplay to set the tone from the outset. This evolution has seen his improve markedly, exceeding 125 by 2025 as he focused on quicker scoring against pace and spin in the powerplay overs. As of November 2025, Hope has appeared in 58 T20Is, accumulating 1,392 runs at an average of 29.62, including one century and nine half-centuries; behind the stumps, he has recorded 42 dismissals, underscoring his dual role's importance to the team. In 2025, Hope integrated his captaincy responsibilities with standout batting, leading in the T20I series against where he scored his maiden T20I century—a rapid 102* off 57 balls (8 fours and 6 sixes) in the third match at —to anchor the to 214/4 despite the series ending in a 0-5 . This marked a pivotal moment in his adaptation to T20I demands, blending leadership with explosive contributions that boosted ' momentum in subsequent bilateral series.

Captaincy

Appointment and ODI leadership

Shai Hope was appointed captain of the (ODI) team on 15 February 2023, succeeding , at the age of 29. The decision by was influenced by Hope's consistent performances as a batsman and his emerging leadership credentials, including his role as in prior series. Hope's selection also drew on his domestic leadership experience, notably captaining the Barbados Pride in the Regional since October 2022, where he replaced and guided the team through competitive matches. His standout contributions in the , where he was named and helped the win the title, further underscored his ability to lead under pressure. These factors positioned him as a natural successor to instill stability and aggression in the ODI setup ahead of major events like the 2023 ODI . Hope's debut series as captain came in March 2023 against , resulting in a 1-1 draw; he marked the occasion with an unbeaten 128 in the second ODI at , securing a seven-wicket victory and becoming the second West Indian after to score a century on ODI captaincy debut. As of November 2025, under Hope's captaincy, have played 41 ODIs, winning 19, reflecting a mixed but progressive tenure amid a packed schedule. A notable highlight was the 2023–24 period, including the series draw against , which demonstrated resilience in challenging conditions. In 2025, Hope led to a historic 2-1 ODI series victory over in August—the first bilateral ODI series win against them in 34 years—bolstered by deepened batting options and youthful energy. Key aspects of Hope's leadership have included promoting younger talents and enhancing batting depth to build a more dynamic unit. He has advocated for aggressive play, encouraging batsmen to prioritize boundaries over mere occupation of the crease, as seen in his post-match reflections after early series. Notable decisions involve recalling experienced players like while integrating emerging prospects, such as granting a maiden ODI call-up to former Under-19 captain Ackeem Auguste for the 2025 tour. This approach has contributed to series successes, including the aforementioned win over .

T20I and other roles

In early 2025, Shai Hope was appointed as T20I captain on 31 March, following the team's disappointing exit from the 2024 T20 World Cup, succeeding who had led since May 2023. As of November 2025, Hope's T20I captaincy record stands at 5 wins in 19 matches, highlighted by a 1-0 series over in June (with the first two matches abandoned due to rain) and a recent improvement of 4 wins in his last 5 matches. In November 2025, lost the T20I series against 1-4 under his leadership. Beyond T20Is, Hope contributed to mentorship efforts on West Indies A tours, guiding emerging players in developmental matches. A key challenge for Hope has been balancing his leadership duties with maintaining form while batting at No. 3 in the T20I order, a position that demands aggressive starts amid tactical decision-making.

Playing style and legacy

Batting and wicket-keeping technique

Shai Hope is a right-handed batsman celebrated for his elegant cover drives, which showcase his timing and balance against both pace and swing. His technique emphasizes a solid defense, particularly against , where he frequently gets dismissed while playing defensive shots, highlighting his commitment to occupying the crease. Hope's proficiency on the back foot enables him to play controlled drives and punches to short-of-length deliveries, a skill that underpins his ODI batting average exceeding 50. As a wicket-keeper, Hope demonstrates agility and quick reflexes, standing out as a reliable stumper who has amassed 163 international dismissals as of October 2025. His glovework is particularly effective against spin, allowing him to execute sharp takes behind the stumps on turning pitches. Post-2020, Hope has refined his approach in T20Is by shifting down the batting order to numbers 3 or 4, which has facilitated a resurgence marked by greater aggression, including occasional sweep shots to counter spin and accelerate scoring, culminating in his maiden T20I century against in July 2025. He also bowls occasional off-spin in longer formats, claiming a handful of first-class wickets with this skill.

Impact and achievements

Shai Hope has established himself as a cornerstone of through his consistent run-scoring and leadership, particularly in the post-Chris Gayle era, where he has anchored the top order with multiple match-winning innings. His 18 (ODI) centuries, including a highest score of 170 not out against in 2019—the highest by a wicketkeeper—underscore his reliability in the 50-over format, helping to stabilize the batting lineup during transitional periods. In , Hope has notched three centuries, with his most recent coming in October 2025 against in , ending an eight-year drought and marking the first Test ton by a that year. Hope's achievements have earned him prestigious accolades, including selection to the ICC ODI Team of the Year in 2020 and 2022, recognizing his pivotal contributions to ' limited-overs campaigns. In 2018, he was named one of Wisden's Five Cricketers of the Year for his twin centuries at , a feat that highlighted his emerging talent. That same year, Hope swept the awards, winning Men's Cricketer of the Year, Test Cricketer of the Year, and ODI Cricketer of the Year, reflecting his all-format impact. Beyond statistics, Hope's legacy lies in his role as a stabilizing force for , amassing over 9,000 international runs by late 2025 and captaining the ODI and T20I sides to rebuild team consistency. His estimated of approximately $5 million as of 2025 stems from central contracts, franchise leagues like the IPL and CPL, and endorsements with global and local brands.

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  67. https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-west-indies-2025/west-indies-star-shai-hope-ends-six-year-drought-against-india-completes-major-cricket-achievement-9442015
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