Windies' Hope worried about excess baggage after landing another Player of the Match award

West Indies captain Shai Hope is concerned about the excess baggage fees he may face following his third Player of the Match award during their tour of India. The opener scored an unbeaten 102 in the fourth Twenty20 International, contributing to a series-levelling win in Hyderabad. Hope also hit a century in the second T20 in Ranchi, showcasing his impressive form throughout the tour, including two hundreds in the earlier One-Day International leg.

While he is pleased with his performances, he finds it challenging to fit his awards into his luggage, joking that they are "a bit heavy" and that they will need to consider the luggage weight. Hope emphasized the importance of a solid start in Hyderabad, noting that they achieved a 50-plus opening partnership. India's Sanju Samson acknowledged Hope's impressive batting, praising his "really good cricketing shots" and his respect for the bowlers.

Hope aims to add more "baggage problems" in Saturday's series decider in Bengaluru, as West Indies will next travel to Bangladesh for a two-test series later this month. The hosts are relieved that Hope is being rested ahead of ODI World Cup qualifiers in February.