ODIs may limit Kallis' BBL stint

Playing as many ODIs for South Africa as possible in the lead-up to next year's World Cup remains Jacques Kallis' priority despite his new gig in the Big Bash League. On Thursday, Kallis was unveiled as Sydney Thunder's big-name signing for the next two seasons but the all-rounder will miss some matches during his first campaign in Australia.

Kallis' agent Dave Rundle confirmed to ESPNcricinfo that his player will return home from Sydney to play in an ODI series against West Indies early next year. South Africa are scheduled to play five ODIs against West Indies between January 16 and 28, which could clash with the BBL, which is typically held in December and January and Kallis will put country before club and cash for that period.