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Hope's Grit: West Indies Fight Back Against NZ
5 Dec
Summary
- Shai Hope scored a century despite an eye infection, partnering with Justin Greaves.
- New Zealand faces a depleted bowling attack due to multiple player injuries.
- West Indies trails New Zealand by 319 runs with four wickets down.
Shai Hope's defiant century, achieved despite a debilitating eye infection, anchored the West Indies' resistance on the fourth day of the first test against New Zealand. Partnering with Justin Greaves, who contributed an unbeaten 55, Hope guided the tourists to 212-4, trailing by 319 runs at stumps. This remarkable partnership began after New Zealand had taken four quick wickets.
New Zealand's efforts to secure victory were significantly hampered by a mounting injury crisis. Key players, including wicketkeeper Tom Blundell and all-rounder Nathan Smith, were sidelined. Fast bowler Matt Henry also left the field for scans on a calf injury, leaving the team with a severely limited pace attack.
Hope's tenacious batting, even while wearing sunglasses due to his eye condition, highlighted his determination. The West Indies now anticipate an intriguing final day, with the fitness of New Zealand's injured bowlers likely to be a critical factor in the match's outcome.
