When West Indies arrived in Leeds the general consensus was they did so with no hope alongside the brothers Kyle and Shai. England v West Indies: second Test, day two – as it happened Read moreWhile Brathwaite’s qualities as a gutsy opener are well-established, Hope has only flickered in the past. England needed to strike more than twice throughout that morning session since the clouds were dispersing and the ball was ageing. If this is a landmark innings for Hope in his 12th Test he will be in good company. England are going to have to battle like fury to avoid defeat – just as no one predicted on Friday morning.

Source: The Guardian August 26, 2017 18:03 UTC