Campbell and Hope Set Record-Breaking ODI Opening Partnership

Dubli: West Indies openers John Campbell and Shai Hope etched their names into cricket history by smashing the highest opening partnership ever recorded in One-Day International (ODI) cricket. The dynamic duo put on a monumental 365-run stand against Ireland, setting a new world record in the format.

Campbell top-scored with a blistering 179, while Hope crafted a stylish 170, with both batters narrowly missing out on well-deserved double centuries. Their extraordinary partnership eclipsed the previous record of 304 runs for the first wicket and is widely hailed as one of the greatest opening stands in ODI history.

Read more: India’s Rohit Sharma Breaks Shahid Afridi’s Long-Standing Sixes World Record in ODIs

Their dominant performance powered West Indies to an imposing total of 381 for 3, laying the foundation for a comprehensive victory over Ireland.

The record-breaking innings showcased precision, power, and perfect coordination—further cementing Campbell and Hope’s place in cricket’s list of elite ODI performers.