Cricket Australia has announced the official schedule for the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26, revealing an exciting season ahead with a record number of Pakistani players participating. The league stage will kick off on December 14, 2025, and continue until January 18, 2026, with the finals series scheduled from January 20 to 25.
Among the most anticipated developments is the BBL debut of Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam, who will turn out for the Sydney Sixers in the opening match. Joining him in the tournament are fellow Pakistani internationals Haris Rauf, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Rizwan, Hasan Ali, and Shaheen Shah Afridi, promising a strong subcontinental presence.
The BBL 2025-26 season also features a lineup of fan-favorite clashes, including the high-stakes Sydney Derby and the popular Boxing Day double-header. The traditional New Year’s night showdown between the Adelaide Strikers and Brisbane Heat will remain one of the tournament’s major highlights.
With top-tier international talent and a packed schedule of thrilling encounters, the upcoming season is expected to draw record viewership both in Australia and globally. Pakistani fans, in particular, will be watching closely as their national stars light up the Australian T20 stage.
