The Big Bash League 2026-27 (BBL|16) runs from December 12, 2026 to January 26, 2027, featuring 8 teams and 44 matches — 40 league games followed by the playoffs. In a historic first, the season opener will be played outside Australia, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Perth Scorchers are the defending champions after lifting their sixth title in January 2026. For ball-by-ball action once the season begins, follow our BBL live scores page.
BBL 2026-27 Full Fixture List — December 2026
All start times below are shown in IST (India). In Australia most games start at 7:15 PM local time (AEDT); in the US that’s 3:15 AM ET.
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Dec 12 | Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 2:40 PM IST |
| Tue, Dec 15 | Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers | The Gabba, Brisbane | 1:45 PM IST |
| Wed, Dec 16 | Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers | Manuka Oval, Canberra | 1:45 PM IST |
| Thu, Dec 17 | Hobart Hurricanes vs Brisbane Heat | Ninja Stadium, Hobart | 1:45 PM IST |
| Fri, Dec 18 | Melbourne Stars vs Adelaide Strikers | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne | 1:45 PM IST |
| Sat, Dec 19 | Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 1:45 PM IST |
| Sun, Dec 20 | Perth Scorchers vs Hobart Hurricanes | Perth Stadium, Perth | 1:45 PM IST |
| Mon, Dec 21 | Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne | 1:45 PM IST |
| Tue, Dec 22 | Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Renegades | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 1:45 PM IST |
| Wed, Dec 23 | Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Thunder | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 1:45 PM IST |
| Thu, Dec 24 | Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes | Marvel Stadium, Melbourne | 1:45 PM IST |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Sydney Sixers vs Brisbane Heat | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 12:35 PM IST |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Stars | Perth Stadium, Perth | 3:45 PM IST |
| Sun, Dec 27 | Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Renegades | Giants Stadium, Sydney | 1:45 PM IST |
| Mon, Dec 28 | Brisbane Heat vs Adelaide Strikers | The Gabba, Brisbane | 1:45 PM IST |
| Tue, Dec 29 | Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars | Ninja Stadium, Hobart | 1:45 PM IST |
| Wed, Dec 30 | Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder | Perth Stadium, Perth | 1:45 PM IST |
January 2027 Fixtures & BBL Playoffs
League matches continue through January 17, 2027, including the Sydney derby (Sixers vs Thunder) at the SCG on January 15 and a double-header on January 16. The top teams then advance to the playoffs:
Qualifier — Tuesday, January 19 (1st vs 2nd; winner goes straight to the Final). Knockout — Wednesday, January 20 (3rd vs 4th; loser is eliminated). Challenger — Saturday, January 23 (Qualifier loser vs Knockout winner). Final — Tuesday, January 26 (Australia Day). Playoff venues will be confirmed closer to the dates.
Key Matches to Watch
Season opener in Chennai (Renegades vs Scorchers, Dec 12) — the first BBL game ever played outside Australia. Sydney derby (Thunder vs Sixers, Dec 19). Christmas Eve cricket returns (Dec 24). Boxing Day double-header (Dec 26). And the Grand Final on Australia Day, January 26.
BBL 2026-27 FAQs
When does BBL 2026-27 start?
The season runs from December 12, 2026 to January 26, 2027, with 44 matches across 8 teams.
How many matches are in BBL 2026-27?
44 — 40 league-stage matches plus 4 playoff games (Qualifier, Knockout, Challenger and Final).
What time do BBL matches start in India?
Most games start at 1:45 PM IST. Day games on double-header days start earlier — check the fixture table above. In Australia that’s 7:15 PM AEDT.
Where can I follow BBL live scores?
On our BBL live scores page, with ball-by-ball updates, and our cricket live scores hub.
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