With only four players from their last Caribbean tour in 2015, and Steven Smith sidelined, Australia enter the Barbados Test with limited familiarity. Rain-hit training sessions and an uncovered pitch at Kensington Oval have added to the unpredictability. As batters adapt to conditions and the Dukes ball’s quirks, Australia prepare for a challenging series start. Stay connected with Khelstake for all the latest from the West Indies tour.