📅 Big Bash League 2025-26 – Upcoming Matches & Full Schedule
The Big Bash League (BBL) is Australia’s biggest domestic T20 cricket tournament. The 2025-26 season (BBL|15) started on 14 December 2025 and will continue until the Final on 25 January 2026. Eight teams are competing in a total of 44 matches including league games and playoffs. (Times Of Sports)
Below is a detailed schedule of upcoming BBL matches still to be played this January 2026: (bigbashleague.net)
🔜 Upcoming Big Bash Matches (January 2026)
| Date | Match # | Teams | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Jan 11, 2026 | Match 32 | Adelaide Strikers vs Perth Scorchers | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| Mon, Jan 12, 2026 | Match 33 | Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars | Sydney Showground, Sydney |
| Tue, Jan 13, 2026 | Match 34 | Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes | Melbourne Cricket Ground |
| Wed, Jan 14, 2026 | Match 35 | Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Renegades | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| Thu, Jan 15, 2026 | Match 36 | Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers | Docklands Stadium, Melbourne |
| Fri, Jan 16, 2026 | Match 37 | Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers | Sydney Cricket Ground |
| Sat, Jan 17, 2026 | Match 38 | Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers | Adelaide Oval |
| Sat, Jan 17, 2026 | Match 39 | Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat | Perth Stadium |
| Sun, Jan 18, 2026 | Match 40 | Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers | The Gabba, Brisbane |
| (Some matches may have local time variation depending on the city.) (bigbashleague.net) |
These matches are part of the league stage, and teams are fighting for top spots to qualify for the Qualifiers and Final stages. (bigbashleague.net)
🏏 Team Highlights to Watch
Here’s a brief look at some teams and what fans should look forward to:
🔥 Perth Scorchers
- One of the most successful BBL teams with multiple titles.
- They continue to be strong this season and look set for finals contention. (Times Of Sports)
⭐ Sydney Sixers
- Always a strong side with big domestic and international stars.
- Their matches are exciting to watch, especially against rival teams in Sydney. (bigbashleague.net)
🌪️ Melbourne Stars & Renegades
- Big Melbourne derby matches are crowd-pullers.
- The Stars are battling to improve their position this BBL season. (bigbashleague.net)
🌴 Brisbane Heat & Hobart Hurricanes
- These teams bring unpredictable fun to the league.
- Hurricanes had strong form earlier in the season and could push even further. (StumpsandBails.com
📌 Theme: Match Action & Team Logos
- BBL Stadium Action: Close-up shot of batsman and bowler in a BBL match:
Image Alt: “Big Bash League T20 cricket action with batsman hitting a six” - Team Collage: Logos or players from teams facing off, such as Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers:
Image Alt: “Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers BBL 2026 team posters” - Crowd & Fans: Full stadium crowd cheering in evening match:
Image Alt: “Fans cheering at a Big Bash League evening T20 match” - Key Players in BBL: Action images of star players like Babar Azam, Steve Smith, or Finn Allen during a match:
Image Alt: “BBL 15 star player hitting a boundary versus opponents”
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📍 What Makes These Matches Special
🧠 Close Contests & Playoff Race
With only a few matches left in the league stage, every game matters. Teams are trying to secure positions in the Qualifier and Challenger matches, which lead to the finals. (bigbashleague.net)
🌏 International Stars
The BBL features both Australian talent and international stars like Babar Azam, Mitchell Starc, and others (though some players may miss parts of the season due to international commitments). (Daily Telegraph)
📺 Live Coverage
Fans worldwide can watch games through streaming platforms and local sports channels. Coverage is especially popular in India, the UK, and Australia. (tomsguide.com)
📌 Conclusion
The Big Bash League 2025-26 has delivered exciting cricket so far, and the upcoming matches in January are crucial for teams aiming for playoff spots. With close contests, big hitters, and passionate fans, the remaining games look thrilling. Whether you follow the Scorchers, Sixers, Stars, or Heat, there’s plenty of action left this season. Make sure to mark your calendar, watch your favorite sides, and enjoy the excitement of T20 cricket down under!