Hodge, Hope defy Pakistan as West Indies finish strong: 1st Test, Day 1 (Tarouba)

A stubborn, unbroken fourth-wicket stand between Kavem Hodge (83*) and Shai Hope (39*) powered the West Indies to a dominant 194 for 3 at stumps on Day 1 of the first Test in Tarouba.

Electing to bat at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, the hosts briefly faltered at 106 for 3 as Pakistan’s seamers applied disciplined pressure—Mohammad Abbas, Aamer Jamal, and Ali Usman striking once each.

But Hodge’s patient 181-ball knock, alongside Hope’s steady support, completely shifted momentum in the final session to put West Indies firmly on top.

West Indies 194 for 3 (Hodge 83*, Hope 39*, Abbas 2-44) vs Pakistan.

July 2026.