Australia to tour West Indies: All you need to know
What's the story
Australia will tour the Caribbean in June and July for a highly anticipated cricket series, as confirmed by the West Indies Cricket Board.
The tour will feature a three-Test series and five T20 Internationals (T20Is).
Meanwhile, this marks Australia's first Test visit to the West Indies since 2015 and their first three-match Test series against the hosts since the 2015-16 clash on Australian soil.
The tour adds to Australia's packed calendar, coming right after the WTC final in June.
Series opener
Frank Worrell Trophy series to kick off in Barbados
The Frank Worrell Trophy series kicks off with the first Test in Bridgetown, Barbados, on June 25.
The second Test is scheduled for July 3 in St. George's, Grenada, followed by the final Test on July 12 in Kingston, Jamaica.
This series holds special significance as it rekindles the historic cricket rivalry between Australia and the West Indies after nearly a decade.
T20I schedule
T20Is to be held in Kingston and St. Kitts
The T20I leg of the tour will kick off at Sabina Park in Kingston, with the first two matches scheduled for July 20 and 22.
The remaining three T20Is are scheduled for July 25, 26, and 28 in Basseterre, St. Kitts.
This format provides a change of pace from the Test series and an opportunity for both teams to showcase their skills in shorter-format cricket.
Upcoming matches
Australia's cricket schedule post WTC final
As mentioned, the West Indies tour is set to commence two weeks after Australia's World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord's, beginning June 11.
The close schedule highlights the Australian team's dedication to international cricket and their willingness to play back-to-back high-profile matches.
Meanwhile, the West Indies squad has toured Australia for three Test tours since they last hosted the Frank Worrell Trophy series.
Team updates
Recent performances of Australia and West Indies
Both Australia and the West Indies have recently been touring Asia.
The West Indies concluded a two-match series in Pakistan with a draw in late January.
Meanwhile, Australia are touring Sri Lanka and lead their ongoing two-Test series 1-0. They will then play a two-match ODI series ahead of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.
These recent performances set the stage for the upcoming Caribbean tour and may shape strategies employed by both teams during their upcoming encounters.
Record
Australia vs West Indies head-to-head record in Tests
The two teams have played 120 Test matches, with Australia winning 63 and losing 33. 25 have been drawn.
Meanwhile, their most recent series, which was held in 2023-24, ended in a 1-1 draw.
As per ESPNcricinfo, the Windies have played 50 home Test matches against Australia on home soil. The Aussies have the upper hand, winning 21 (D15 L14).