BBL | 15: Cricket Australia announces full schedule for Big Bash League 2025-26

Cricket Australia has officially released the full fixture list for the scheduled 15th edition Big Bash League (BBL)It is set to set fire to stadiums nationwide from December 14, 2025 to January 25, 2026. The announcement made Thursday was the stage that is expected to be one of the most competitive and star-studded seasons in tournament history.

BBL | 15 Season Highlights and Important Dates

The 2025-26 BBL season opens in a blockbuster clash between the Perth Scorchers and the Sydney Six at Optus Stadium, days before the third ashes test in Adelaide on December 14th. There will be 40 games in the regular season, reaching its peak on January 18th, with the Final Series taking place on January 20th, the eve of Australia Day on January 25th. This scheduling allows fans to enjoy the climax of the tournament just before national holidays, maximizing both attendance and viewership.

Increased access to Australian test players

To significantly boost fans and franchises, Australian test players will have an unusual, uninterrupted two-week window to join the BBL following the home’s conclusions. Ash series. While Ashes still affect player availability, Cricket Australia is optimistic that several marquee names, including selected batters, bowlers and all-rounds, will work in the late stages of the regular season, and potentially finals. This shows a notable improvement from past years, when international commitments limit the involvement of test players.

Teams, venues, rivals

All 8 franchises – Adelaide Striker, Brisbane Heat, Hobart HurricaneMelbourne Renegades, Melbourne Star, Perth Scorchers, Sydney Six and Sydney Thunder will compete in round-robin format with teams playing home and away matches. Iconic venues such as Optus Stadium (Perth), Sydney Cricket Ground, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Gaba (Brisbane) and Blundstone Arena (Hobart) will once again host the action, allowing fans across the country to witness the spectacle live show.

Fixtureists will see classic rivals return with high-stakes doubleheaders and festive season showdowns, including the Sydney Smash (Sixes vs Thunder) and the Melbourne Derby (Star vs Renegade).

Structure of Playoffs and finals

The top four teams at the end of the regular season advance to the knockout stage. The final format has not been changed:

• Qualifying: 1st vs. 2nd (Winner advances to the final)
• knock out: 3rd and 4th (losers have been eliminated)
• Challenger: Qualifying Loser vs Knockout Winner (winner to the final)
• final: January 25th, 2026

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BBL | 15 Fixtures and Match Time (AEDT)

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