AUS vs WI | People can make their names on this tour, Jason Holder provides inspiration ahead of first Test

West Indies are all set to embark upon their first Test series in Australia since 2015/16, with Jason Holder being one of only two Caribbean players still surviving from the tour seven years ago. The former skipper has been an integral part of a West Indies team undergoing rejuvenation in the longest format of the game, recently defeating England 1-0 in a three-match Test series alongside comprehensive thrashings of Bangladesh on multiple occasions. However, the side encounters its sternest Test in a long time, having not won a series against Australia since 1992/93. The other player from the previous tour is Kemar Roach, who was also part of the 2009 campaign where he broke on the international stage with seven wickets.

"People get carried away seeing carry and bounce, but you still have got to find a really good length suitable for the wicket. Understanding when to attack, when to defend, and just understanding the context of scenarios and the phase of the game. I think the most important thing for our bowlers is to make sure the Australian batters work really hard for their runs. We've just got to assess the conditions early and make the necessary adjustments," the veteran advised his teammates.

"He's got pace and he's very aggressive. A guy who will be an enforcer. I was actually quite shocked that he's 26... we celebrated his birthday on tour recently. It's amazing the time that has flown, so good to see him fit and healthy. He's obviously developed a lot as he was very introverted and didn't say much in the dressing room. He's a lot more comfortable around his peers, he's one of the more seasoned campaigners when it comes to all-format cricket," Holder said of Joseph.