BBL Finals Schedule Unveiled: Sixers Secure Double Chance, Stars Face Challenge
The 2026 BBL Finals schedule has officially been released for the 15th season of the Big Bash League. The Sydney Sixers secured their place in the finals after a recent victory, effectively eliminating the Brisbane Heat from contention. Below, find the detailed schedule and format of the upcoming finals.
BBL 2026 Finals Schedule
The finals will start on January 20, 2026, following the conclusion of the regular season. Below are the match details, all in AEDT:
- Tuesday, January 20: Qualifier – Perth Scorchers (1st) vs. Sydney Sixers (2nd) at Optus Stadium, 7:30 PM
- Wednesday, January 21: Knockout – Hobart Hurricanes (3rd) vs. Melbourne Stars (4th) at Ninja Stadium, 7:30 PM
- Friday, January 23: Challenger – Loser of Qualifier vs. Winner of Knockout, 7:15 PM
- Sunday, January 25: Final – Winner of Qualifier vs. Winner of Challenger, 7:15 PM
Understanding the BBL Finals Format
The top four teams in the eight-team league qualify for the finals. The structure is as follows:
- The winner of the Qualifier moves directly to the Final.
- The winner of the Knockout competes against the Qualifier’s loser in the Challenger.
- The team that loses the Knockout is eliminated from the finals.
- The Final match is between the victor of the Qualifier and the Challenger.
Current BBL 2026 Standings
As the season stands, here are the statistics for the teams:
| Team | Wins-Losses-No Result | Net Run Rate (NRR) | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perth Scorchers | 7-3-0 | +1.363 | 14 |
| Sydney Sixers | 6-3-1 | +0.605 | 13 |
| Hobart Hurricanes | 6-3-1 | +0.331 | 13 |
| Melbourne Stars | 6-4-0 | +0.759 | 12 |
| Brisbane Heat | 5-5-0 | -0.431 | 10 |
| Adelaide Strikers | 4-6-0 | -0.231 | 8 |
| Melbourne Renegades | 3-7-0 | -1.202 | 6 |
| Sydney Thunder | 2-8-0 | -1.212 | 4 |
Fans can catch all matches of the 2025/26 KFC BBL live on FOX CRICKET, via Kayo Sports. The excitement of the finals promises to deliver thrilling cricket action as the top teams vie for the championship.
