The upcoming season will have 14 BBL matches along with the men's Border-Gavaskar Trophy series.
In an exciting announcement, Cricket Australia has unveiled the schedule for the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) Season 14 and it looks like fans can look forward to non-stop cricket action every night.
The season, which begins Dec. 15, will feature 44 games, including six doubleheaders.
The Perth Scorchers take on the Melbourne Stars at Optus Stadium in Perth immediately after the second day of the opening Brisbane Test.
Notably, the new schedule indicates that there will be a total of 14 BBL matches in the coming season with the men's Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, which will give fans a chance to see Australia after the series concludes in January. The test will provide an opportunity to witness the return of the players. 7, 2025.
According to BBL General Manager Alastair: “This is a fantastic schedule for fans, with non-stop action every night of the regular season and all the marquee games our fans love.
We can't wait to welcome back members of the Australian Test team in January, taking advantage of a big window after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series.
The change in length from a great competition last season, along with the recruitment of world-class players, has led to incredible crowd and cricket experiences on and off the field. We can't wait to see this grow in BBL14. "
Important matches
Sydney Smash — Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers at ENGIE Stadium.
Boxing Day double header — Sixers vs Stars at Sydney Cricket Ground, and Scorchers vs Brisbane Heat at Optus Stadium.
New Year's Eve blockbuster — Adelaide Strikers vs Scorchers at Adelaide Oval.
New Year's Day doubleheader — Hurricanes vs. Sixers at Blundstone Arena and Heat vs. Stars at the Gabba.
Melbourne derbies
Fans can look forward to thrilling Melbourne derbies between the Renegades and the Stars on January 4 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and January 12 at the Marvel Stadium.
Additionally, four clubs will host matches outside their traditional venues, adding variety to the season's fixtures.