Shai Hope believes he can repeat Headingley heroics in upcoming tour to England

West Indies batsman Shai Hopes believes he can repeat his Headingley heroics from 2017 once again as Windies take on England in a three-match Test series starting from July 8. Caribbean powerhouse has t had a great run in longer format of game but backs himself to reinvent his form in upcoming tour. Shai Hope's ton in Headingley Test in 2017 was his last in red-ball format in which led Windies to a comfortable win, chasing down 322-run target. 

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'Continued belief in myself'

Speaking at a videoconference, Shai Hope pointed out that it was essential for him to continue believing in himself and back his ability to get job done, as it wasn't something new to him.  Last year, he scored 1,345 runs at an aver of 61.13 - including a memorable match-winning ton against India in Chennai but he has t enjoyed consistent success in Test cricket. Shai Hope eyes to change narrative, however, with upcoming tour of England as international cricket resumes after a long COVID-enforced hiatus. 

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'I'm working towards...'

Speaking at a videoconference, Shai Hope said that he was going to be hard on himself as he realizes that his record in longer format of game was t exactly in place. West Indies batsman said that it was essential for himself to back his ability and believe that he can win game for his side. Shai Hope pointed out that he was willing to grab opportunities and ensure that he gets his side across line. 

Talking about Shimron Hetmyer, Darren Bravo missing out on tour to England, Shai Hope said that it will be top job for batsman to ensure runs are put on board in absence of duo. swashbuckling batsman said that top-order will need to 'see new ball through' in order to enable middle-order batsmen to move forward with ir natural game. Shai Hope also spoke about need to get big starts and convert that into a potential win for his side. 

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West Indies tour of England

first test of series will commence on July 8 at as Bowl. second and third test will be played at Old Trafford subsequently dates for which are July 16 and July 24. ECB while anuncing proposed schedule had stated that decision on or scheduled matches for England Men and England Women this summer will be determined at a later date.

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