Big Bash League 2025–26 (BBL 15) Schedule – Full Guide
Introduction
Australia’s premier domestic T20 competition, the Big Bash League (BBL), returns for its 15th edition in the 2025–26 season. Beginning on December 14, 2025, the tournament promises thrilling cricket action across iconic venues, culminating in the grand final on January 25, 2026.
Teams Participating
Eight franchises will battle for glory:
- Perth Scorchers
- Sydney Sixers
- Adelaide Strikers
- Melbourne Renegades
- Brisbane Heat
- Hobart Hurricanes (defending champions)
- Sydney Thunder
- Melbourne Stars
Tournament Format
- Each team plays 10 matches: three opponents twice, and the remaining four once.
- A total of 40 league games will be played.
- Top 4 teams qualify for the playoffs:
- Qualifier (Jan 20, 2026): 1st vs 2nd place.
- Knockout (Jan 21, 2026): 3rd vs 4th place.
- Challenger (Jan 23, 2026): Loser of Qualifier vs Winner of Knockout.
- Final (Jan 25, 2026): Winner of Qualifier vs Winner of Challenger.
Key Fixtures
- Opening Match (Dec 14, 2025): Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers at Perth Stadium.
- Grand Final Rematch (Dec 16, 2025): Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder.
- Boxing Day Specials (Dec 26, 2025): Sixers and Scorchers host festive clashes.
- New Year’s Eve (Dec 31, 2025): Adelaide Strikers vs Brisbane Heat at Adelaide Oval.
- Melbourne Derby (Jan 4, 2026): Stars vs Renegades at MCG.
- Sydney Derby (Jan 16, 2026): Sixers vs Thunder at SCG.
Venues
Matches will be staged across 11 venues in nine cities, including Perth Stadium, MCG, SCG, Adelaide Oval, Bellerive Oval, and Marvel Stadium