The 2025–26 season of BBL was the fifteenth edition of the tournament, played from 14 December 2025 to 25 January 2026. The Perth Scorchers emerged as champions, defeating the Sydney Sixers in the final to secure their sixth title, further cementing their status as the league’s most successful franchise.
Standout performers included Finn Allen as the season’s top run-scorer and Haris Rauf among the leading wicket-takers, while Sam Harper was named Player of the Series. The season featured intense competition across all eight teams, thrilling matches, and continued the BBL tradition of high-scoring and entertainment-packed cricket.
BBL 2025–26: Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers Final
The Big Bash League 2025–26 final was played at Optus Stadium between Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers. Sixers captain Moises Henriques chose to bat first, but his team was bowled out for 132 in 19.4 overs. Perth Scorchers captain Ashton Turner stayed calm during the chase.
Mitchell Marsh scored a crucial 44, while Josh Inglis finished the match in style. Perth needed six runs on the final ball, and Inglis smashed a massive six, creating a thrilling finish. The Scorchers reached 133 for 4 and won the title. David Payne took three wickets and was Player of the Match.
BBL Winners List: 2011–2026
BBL has seen exciting cricket moments from 2011 to 2026, with teams like Perth Scorchers, Sydney Sixers, and Brisbane Heat lifting the trophy. The 2026 season was special as Perth Scorchers won their sixth title, showing dominance with strong performances and a thrilling final victory.
| Season | Winner | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2011–12 | Sydney Sixers | Perth Scorchers |
| 2012–13 | Brisbane Heat | Perth Scorchers |
| 2013–14 | Perth Scorchers | Hobart Hurricanes |
| 2014–15 | Perth Scorchers | Sydney Sixers |
| 2015–16 | Sydney Thunder | Melbourne Stars |
| 2016–17 | Perth Scorchers | Sydney Sixers |
| 2017–18 | Adelaide Strikers | Hobart Hurricanes |
| 2018–19 | Melbourne Renegades | Melbourne Stars |
| 2019–20 | Sydney Sixers | Melbourne Stars |
| 2020–21 | Sydney Sixers | Perth Scorchers |
| 2021–22 | Perth Scorchers | Sydney Sixers |
| 2022–23 | Perth Scorchers | Brisbane Heat |
| 2023–24 | Brisbane Heat | Sydney Sixers |
| 2024–25 | Hobart Hurricanes | Sydney Thunder |
| 2025–26 | Perth Scorchers | Sydney Sixers |
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