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Hope hundred fires West Indies to record win over India in second T20

Shai Hope struck a century as West Indies completed their highest successful ‌chase in T20 internationals, overhauling a target of 250 to beat India by six ‌wickets in Ranchi and level the five-match series at 1-1.

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 6:22 PM
Hope hundred fires West Indies to record win over India in second T20
Key Things to Know
  • Shai Hope scored an unbeaten 102 off 45 balls as West Indies successfully chased 250 against India.
  • West Indies reached 252-4 with nine balls remaining to beat India by six wickets and level the series 1-1.
  • Sherfane Rutherford struck 84 off 37 deliveries during a crucial 120-run fourth-wicket partnership with Hope.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Shai Hope struck an unbeaten 102 off 45 balls to guide the West Indies to a six-wicket victory over India in Ranchi, completing their highest successful run chase in T20 international history. Chasing a target of 250, the visitors finished on 252-4 with nine balls to spare to level the five-match series at 1-1.

After falling to 5-2 early against Mayank Yadav, Hope combined with Sherfane Rutherford, who scored 84 off 37 balls in a 120-run partnership. Earlier, Sanju Samson's 82 had propelled India to 249-5.

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