Updated On: 09 January, 2026 09:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Smith, who had torched an unbeaten 121 runs against Perth Scorchers and another half-century in his three-match stint last season, will be available for the Sixers` final three regular-season fixtures

Steve Smith, Usman Khwaja, Marnus Labischagne (Pic: File Pic)
After leading Australia to a 4-1 triumph against England in the Ashes series. Steve Smith, along with Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne, could be in action for their Big Bash League (BBL) teams after the conclusion of the Sydney Test match, according to ESPNCricinfo.
Several players from the Ashes squad would feature in the BBL, the portal further stated. Mitchell Starc will also return to the Sydney Sixers in the competition for the first time in 11 years, whereas Travis Head will be skipping the tournament.