BBL 14 returns with electrifying cricket action, star-studded squads, and thrilling matchups.
The Big Bash League (BBL) is set to captivate cricket fans worldwide with its 14th season, running from December 15, 2024, to January 27, 2025. Known for its explosive T20 action, the BBL has become a cornerstone of the Australian summer, bringing together top international stars, emerging talent, and seasoned veterans for nearly two months of intense competition.
This season also marks the return of David Warner as a full-time captain, following the lifting of his captaincy ban by Cricket Australia, adding further intrigue to the tournament.
Teams and Full Squads
Eight franchises, representing various cities across Australia, are set to battle for the coveted trophy:
Adelaide Strikers
Fabian Allen, James Bazley, Cameron Boyce, Jordan Buckingham, Alex Carey, Brendan Doggett, Travis Head, Thomas Kelly, Chris Lynn, Harry Nielsen, Jamie Overton, Lloyd Pope, Ollie Pope, Alex Ross, D’Arcy Short, Matt Short, Henry Thornton, Jake Weatherald.
Brisbane Heat
Tom Alsop, Xavier Bartlett, Max Bryant, Spencer Johnson, Usman Khawaja, Matthew Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan McSweeney, Colin Munro, Michael Neser, Jimmy Peirson, Will Prestwidge, Matthew Renshaw, Mitchell Swepson, Callum Vidler, Paul Walter.
Hobart Hurricanes
Iain Carlisle, Nikhil Chaudhary, Tim David, Paddy Dooley, Jake Doran, Nathan Ellis, Peter Hatzoglou, Shai Hope, Rishad Hossain, Caleb Jewell, Chris Jordan, Ben McDermott, Riley Meredith, Mitch Owen, Billy Stanlake, Matthew Wade, Charlie Wakim, Mac Wright.
Melbourne Renegades
Jacob Bethell, Josh Brown, Harry Dixon, Laurie Evans, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Mackenzie Harvey, Nathan Lyon, Fergus O’Neill, Kane Richardson, Tom Rogers, Gurinder Sandhu, Tim Seifert, Will Sutherland, Jon Wells, Adam Zampa.
Melbourne Stars
Scott Boland, Hilton Cartwright, Brody Couch, Tom Curran, Ben Duckett, Sam Harper, Campbell Kellaway, Glenn Maxwell, Hamish McKenzie, Usama Mir, Joel Paris, Tom Rogers, Mark Steketee, Marcus Stoinis, Doug Warren, Beau Webster.
Perth Scorchers
Ashton Agar, Finn Allen, Mahli Beardman, Jason Behrendorff, Cooper Connolly, Sam Fanning, Aaron Hardie, Nick Hobson, Matthew Hurst, Josh Inglis, Keaton Jennings, Matt Kelly, Mitch Marsh, Lance Morris, Jhye Richardson, Matthew Spoors, Ashton Turner, Andrew Tye.
Sydney Sixers
Sean Abbott, Jackson Bird, Jafer Chohan, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques, Akeal Hosein, Daniel Hughes, Hayden Kerr, Ben Manenti, Todd Murphy, Kurtis Patterson, Mitch Perry, Josh Philippe, Jordan Silk, Steve Smith, James Vince.
Sydney Thunder
Wes Agar, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings, Ollie Davies, Lockie Ferguson, Matthew Gilkes, Chris Green, Liam Hatcher, Sam Konstas, Nic Maddinson, Nathan McAndrew, Sherfane Rutherford, William Salzmann, Daniel Sams, Jason Sangha, Tanveer Sangha, David Warner.
Schedule and Format
The league will feature 40 group-stage matches, followed by a knockout-style playoff:
• Qualifier: January 21
• Knockout: January 22
• Challenger: January 24
• Final: January 27
The playoff system follows the IPL-style format, ensuring competitive matchups and maximum excitement for fans.
Where to Watch
• Australia: Kayo Sports, Foxtel, and select matches on Channel 7. Regular FM radio coverage ensures fans can stay updated on the go.
• India: Fans can enjoy live telecasts on the Star Sports Network and stream matches on Disney+ Hotstar.
• United States: Matches will be streamed live on YouTube TV.
A Season to Remember
With David Warner’s return as a leader, star-studded squads, and a packed schedule, BBL 2024-25 is set to deliver unforgettable moments. Cricket fans can look forward to thrilling contests, stunning performances, and an unparalleled T20 cricketing experience.
