By Eric Collymore | November 5, 2024
West Indies captain Shai Hope is confident in his team’s ability to rise to the challenge as they face England in the decisive third One-Day International (ODI) match at the Kensington Oval in Barbados on Wednesday.
The series, tied at 1-1, has set the stage for an intense finale between the two sides.
Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Hope highlighted the importance of the match, describing it as a critical opportunity for his bowlers to step up and deliver under pressure.
He emphasized the team’s mental readiness for the contest and their determination to secure a series victory on home soil.
Following a strong individual performance with the bat in the second ODI, Hope also stressed the need for batting consistency across the squad.
He urged his teammates to capitalize on opportunities to put pressure on the English bowling attack.
Historically, England has had the upper hand in ODIs against the West Indies, winning 54 out of the 107 matches played between the teams.
The Windies have claimed victory in 47 encounters, with six matches ending without a result.
The third and final ODI begins at 2:00 PM local time at the Kensington Oval, with both teams vying for bragging rights in what promises to be a high-stakes clash.