Shai Hope for West Indies - (Source: AFP)West Indies captain Shai Hope is going through a purple patch. The right-handed batter has already amassed 4 centuries on the India tour, and there is still a match left. Hope slammed two tons in ODIs and two in T20Is.Talking about the shorter format, Hope scored a century in the 2nd T20I, followed by a 102-run innings in the 4th T20I. The timing is pretty right for Shai Hope because the IPL auction is in two months time. At present, IPL franchises have eyes all across the globe and bilaterals serve as an audition ground for the teams. Notably, Shai Hope must have definitely grabbed some eyeballs, which is why this article will shed light on three teams that can target Shai Hope for IPL 2027.Teams That Can Target Shai Hope For IPL 2027It is worth noting that Shai Hope has previously played in IPL, which was in 2024, when he represented Delhi Capitals. He has played 9 matches in IPL, scoring 183 runs.It has been two years since Shai Hope's last IPL stint. Here are the three teams that might be interested in having the Caribbean star join their side for IPL 2027.1. Delhi CapitalsAs mentioned above, Delhi Capitals have roped in Shai Hope before. the Windies keeper played for them in 2024 and the Capitals can again target the Windies captain. For IPL 2026, Delhi Capitals saw several opening pairs. KL Rahul was the only constant and his partners were constantly experimented with. KL opened the innings with Pathum Nissanka, Sahil Parakh, and Abishek Porel. So, for IPL 2027, Delhi Capitals might look for a consistent opening partner for KL Rahul and Shai Hope might be the right guy.2. Kolkata Knight RidersKolkata Knight Riders also have a big task for IPL 2027 auction. The three-time winners are without a captain and an opening player. Following last season, Ajinkya Rahane announced his retirement from all formats of the game.ALSO READShai Hope Breaks Multiple T20I Records With Century vs India In 4th T20IAt present, KKR have Finn Allen and Tim Seifert. For IPL 2027, the Knight Riders might look to release Seifert, who scored 19 runs in 3 innings. So, Shai Hope can be a great option to pair him up with Finn Allen.3. Lucknow Super GiantsLucknow Super Giants also have a task for IPL 2027. The franchise was busy during trade window as they let go of their former captain Rishabh Pant to Delhi Capitals, bringing in Kuldeep Yadav. LSG are without a captain and a position is vacant at the top. In IPL 2026, LSG struggled because they tried to fix a top-order that was not broken at first place. Mitchell Marsh, who breathed fire with the bat, opened with six different partners including Rishabh Pant.Now, for IPL 2027, LSG have a vacant No.4 spot, which can be filled by Shai Hope.ALSO READYuvraj Singh Reveals Sourav Ganguly’s Message That Led Him To Join Delhi Capitals
