The 2026 BBL finals schedule has been officially announced, marking the 15th edition of this exciting T20 cricket tournament. The Sydney Sixers secured their place in the finals with a hard-fought victory on Sunday night, effectively pushing the Brisbane Heat out of contention for the top four spots.
This outcome solidifies the venues for the initial two finals matches, which are set to take place in Perth, Hobart, and Sydney. Fans looking to catch all the action can do so exclusively on FOX CRICKET streaming via Kayo Sports. If you’re new to Kayo, you can sign up now and enjoy your first month for just $1! (https://kayosports.com.au/?pg=cricket&extcamp=fsaeditoriallinkcricket-edt-fsp-lnk-awr-grc-cri-kyo&channel=fsa&campaign=fsacontra&voucher=)
Let’s dive into the 2026 BBL finals schedule and explain how the finals format operates, with all times listed in AEDT.
BBL 2026 Standings:
| Team | Wins-Losses-No Result | NRR | Points |
|-----------------------|-----------------------|--------|--------|
| 1. Perth Scorchers | 7-3-0 | +1.363 | 14 |
| 2. Sydney Sixers | 6-3-1 | +0.605 | 13 |
| 3. Hobart Hurricanes | 6-3-1 | +0.331 | 13 |
| 4. Melbourne Stars | 6-4-0 | +0.759 | 12 |
| 5. Brisbane Heat | 5-5-0 | -0.431 | 10 |
| 6. Adelaide Strikers | 4-6-0 | -0.231 | 8 |
| 7. Melbourne Renegades | 3-7-0 | -1.202 | 6 |
| 8. Sydney Thunder | 2-8-0 | -1.212 | 4 |
2026 BBL Finals Schedule (All times AEDT)
Tuesday, January 20
The Qualifier
Perth Scorchers [1st] vs Sydney Sixers [2nd] at Optus Stadium, 7:30 PMWednesday, January 21
The Knockout
Hobart Hurricanes [3rd] vs Melbourne Stars [4th] at Ninja Stadium, 7:30 PMFriday, January 23
The Challenger
Loser of ‘The Qualifier’ (Perth Scorchers/Sydney Sixers) vs Winner of ‘The Knockout’ (Hobart Hurricanes/Melbourne Stars) at venue TBC, 7:15 PMSunday, January 25
The Final
Winner of ‘The Qualifier’ (Perth Scorchers/Sydney Sixers) vs Winner of ‘The Challenger’ at venue TBC, 7:15 PM
When is the BBL Final?
The finals series for BBL15 kicks off on Tuesday, January 20, following the completion of the regular season. The grand finale is slated for Sunday, January 25.
Understanding the BBL Finals Format
In the eight-team BBL competition, the top four teams qualify for the finals. The winner of The Qualifier earns an immediate spot in The Final, along with the rights to host the championship match. However, the team that loses this matchup will compete against the winner of The Knockout in The Challenger round. The team that finishes last in The Knockout will be eliminated from the championship race altogether. Ultimately, the winner of The Challenger goes on to face the winner of The Qualifier in the grand finale.
Are you excited about the upcoming matches? Which team do you think will take home the trophy this year? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
