Overview

• Cricket Australia confirmed Konstas’s return six days ahead of the Bridgetown Test in a bid to refresh the top order.
• Marnus Labuschagne was omitted after a prolonged form slump, while Josh Inglis was drafted in to cover Steve Smith’s finger injury.
• Konstas, who scored 60 on his Boxing Day debut against India, has pledged to adopt a more measured batting style after initial flair drew both praise and questions.
• The 19-year-old is slated to partner Usman Khawaja as opener in the series opener at Kensington Oval.
• Ahead of his comeback, Konstas tattooed his Test cap number, 468, on his forearm and said he is focused on securing a top-order spot ahead of next year’s Ashes.