NELSON, New Zealand (CMC) — Shai Hope, the West Indies’ white-ball captain, has expressed satisfaction with his team’s recent performances in the T20 International (T20I) series against New Zealand, highlighting their resilience and progress. His remarks followed the fourth T20I, which was abandoned due to rain after only 6.3 overs of play. The West Indies now face a decisive fifth match in Dunedin on Thursday, aiming to level the five-match series. Currently trailing 2-1, Hope emphasized the team’s determination and competitive spirit throughout the series. The West Indies arrived in New Zealand buoyed by a 3-0 victory over Bangladesh in their previous T20I series. Despite narrow losses in the second and third matches by three and nine runs respectively, Hope remains optimistic. He praised the team’s fighting spirit and progress, stating, ‘I think the guys have been playing really good cricket. It’s just about us trying to progress as a team, and it’s great to see the fight that we’ve been showing.’ Hope also acknowledged the missed opportunity in the rain-affected fourth match but reiterated the team’s focus on leveling the series in the final game. The West Indies’ captain’s confidence reflects a positive outlook as they prepare for the crucial encounter in Dunedin.