Shai Hope looks to Pakistan series after Australia debacle

Hope, who took over the T20 captaincy earlier this year, acknowledged the hurt of a 0-5 whitewash in the T20I series — coming on the heels of a 0-3 drubbing in the Tests — but said it was crucial to take lessons and not dwell on the past.

Hope admitted that his side fell short on multiple fronts. “We were always one step behind the eight ball. We have to commend the bowling effort, but overall, just didn’t happen for us,” he said.

Chasing 171 in the final game, the Windies were again found wanting, with Australia’s middle-order trio of Cameron Green, Mitchell Owen and Tim David putting on another match-winning display. Green, who stood out throughout the series, was named Player of the Series for his consistent contributions.

Still, there were encouraging signs from the bowling unit, which Hope highlighted as a foundation to build on. “We’ve found some clarity there. The bowlers executed better and showed fight. We’ll put this behind us and look ahead.”

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