Mitchell Starc is set to make a long-awaited return to the Big Bash League after signing with the Sydney Sixers for the upcoming season, 11 years after his last appearance for the club.

Starc, who last played for the Sixers in 2014, has been added to their squad list, joining a growing crop of international and local stars committing to the competition.

The left-arm fast bowler’s primary focus this summer is the Ashes, with selectors and medical staff to make a call on his BBL availability once his workload and fitness are assessed at the end of the home summer.

Starc has signed a marquee supplementary player contract with the Sixers, but unlike previous seasons, is expected to play matches.

The Sixers play three regular-season matches after the fifth Test at the SCG finishes on Januar

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