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The Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25, the 14th edition of Australia’s premier T20 tournament, kicked off on December 15, 2024, and runs until January 27, 2025. Organized by Cricket Australia, the league features eight teams battling across 11 iconic venues in 44 thrilling matches.
Tournament Format
- League Stage: Each team plays 10 matches, totaling 40 games.
- Playoffs:
- Qualifier: Top two teams compete for a direct berth in the final.
- Knockout: Third and fourth-placed teams vie to stay in contention.
- Challenger: Knockout winner plays the Qualifier loser for the final spot.
- Final: Scheduled for January 27, 2025.
Where to Watch in India
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network.
- Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar app and website.
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BBL 2024-25 Points Table (Updated)
The Big Bash League (BBL) 2024 regular season has been fiercely competitive, with the Hobart Hurricanes leading the points table. They have been the standout team, securing seven wins in 10 matches and finishing with 15 points. Their consistency and all-round performances have earned them the top spot and a direct entry into the playoffs.
The Sydney Sixers closely follow with six wins and 14 points. Known for their experienced roster, they have been strong contenders throughout the tournament. The Sydney Thunder secured third place with 12 points, courtesy of five victories and consistent performances in key matches. They, too, have secured a playoff berth.
The Melbourne Stars occupy fourth place with five wins and 10 points, narrowly edging out other teams for the final playoff spot. Their late resurgence in the league ensured they stayed in contention.
The Perth Scorchers and Melbourne Renegades, with four wins each, missed out on the playoffs, finishing with eight points apiece. Both teams showed flashes of brilliance but lacked consistency to mount a serious challenge.
The Brisbane Heat and Adelaide Strikers struggled this season, managing just three wins each. They finished at the bottom of the table with seven and six points, respectively.
As the playoffs approach, the top four teams will battle it out for the coveted BBL title, with the Hurricanes and Sixers entering as favorites. Fans can expect thrilling encounters as the league reaches its climax.
| Big Bash League | Played | Win | Loss | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart Hurricanes | 10 | 7 | 2 | 15 |
| Sydney Sixers | 10 | 6 | 2 | 14 |
| Sydney Thunder | 10 | 5 | 3 | 12 |
| Melbourne Stars | 10 | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| Perth Scorchers | 10 | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| Melbourne Renegades | 10 | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| Brisbane Heat | 10 | 3 | 6 | 7 |
| Adelaide Strikers | 10 | 3 | 7 | 6 |
Big Bash League: Get BBL 2024-25 schedule and live match start times
All match timings are in India Standard Time (IST)
| Day and Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
| Sunday, December 15 | Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Stars 1st T20 | Perth Stadium, Perth | 1:45 PM |
| Monday, December 16 | Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Renegades 2nd T20 | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 1:45 PM |
| Tuesday, December 17 | Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers 3rd T20 | Manuka Oval, Canberra | 1:45 PM |
| Wednesday, December 18 | Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat 4th T20 | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne | 1:45 PM |
| Thursday, December 19 | Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes 5th T20 | Simonds Stadium, Geelong | 1:45 PM |
| Friday, December 20 | Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars 6th T20 | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 1:45 PM |
| Saturday, December 21 | Hobart Hurricanes vs Perth Scorchers 7th T20 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 10:30 AM |
| Saturday, December 21 | Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder 8th T20 | Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney | 1:45 PM |
| Sunday, December 22 | Brisbane Heat vs Adelaide Strikers 9th T20 | The Gabba, Brisbane | 1:45 PM |
| Monday, December 23 | Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers 10th T20 | Docklands Stadium, Melbourne | 1:45 PM |
| Thursday, December 26 | Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars 11th T20 | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 12:35 PM |
| Thursday, December 26 | Perth Scorchers vs Brisbane Heat 12th T20 | Perth Stadium, Perth | 3:45 PM |
| Friday, December 27 | Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes 13th T20 | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 1:45 PM |
| Saturday, December 28 | Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder 14th T20 | Manuka Oval, Canberra | 1:45 PM |
| Sunday, December 29 | Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers 15th T20 | The Gabba, Brisbane | 1:45 PM |
| Monday, December 30 | Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Renegades 16th T20 | Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney | 1:45 PM |
| Tuesday, December 31 | Adelaide Strikers vs Perth Scorchers 17th T20 | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 1:45 PM |
| Wednesday, January 1 | Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Sixers 18th T20 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 10:30 AM |
| Wednesday, January 1 | Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars 19th T20 | The Gabba, Brisbane | 1:45 PM |
| Thursday, January 2 | Melbourne Renegades vs Adelaide Strikers 20th T20 | Docklands Stadium, Melbourne | 1:45 PM |
| Friday, January 3 | Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers 21st T20 | International Sports Stadium, Coffs Harbour | 12:35 PM |
| Friday, January 3 | Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder 22nd T20 | Perth Stadium, Perth | 3:45 PM |
| Saturday, January 4 | Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars 23rd T20 | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne | 1:45 PM |
| Sunday, January 5 | Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers 24th T20 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 1:45 PM |
| Monday, January 6 | Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Thunder 25th T20 | The Gabba, Brisbane | 1:45 PM |
| Tuesday, January 7 | Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades 26th T20 | Perth Stadium, Perth | 1:45 PM |
| Wednesday, January 8 | Sydney Thunder vs Hobart Hurricanes 27th T20 | Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney | 1:45 PM |
| Thursday, January 9 | Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Sixers 28th T20 | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne | 1:45 PM |
| Friday, January 10 | Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder 29th T20 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 1:45 PM |
| Saturday, January 11 | Sydney Sixers vs Perth Scorchers 30th T20 | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 11:15 AM |
| Saturday, January 11 | Adelaide Strikers vs Brisbane Heat 31st T20 | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 2:30 PM |
| Sunday, January 12 | Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars 32nd T20 | Docklands Stadium, Melbourne | 1:45 PM |
| Monday, January 13 | Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers | Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney | 2:00 PM |
| Tuesday, January 14 | Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Renegades | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 2:00 PM |
| Wednesday, January 15 | Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 2:00 PM |
| Thursday, January 16 | Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes | The Gabba, Brisbane | 2:00 PM |
| Friday, January 17 | Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | 1:45 PM |
| Saturday, January 18 | Melbourne Renegades vs Brisbane Heat | Docklands Stadium, Melbourne | 11:30 AM |
| Saturday, January 18 | Perth Scorchers vs Adelaide Strikers | Perth Stadium, Perth | 2:45 PM |
| Sunday, January 19 | Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne | 1:45 PM |
| Tuesday, January 21 | Qualifier | TBC | 5:30 AM |
| Wednesday, January 22 | Knockout | TBC | 5:30 AM |
| Friday, January 24 | Challenger | TBC | 5:30 AM |
| Monday, January 27 | BBL 2024-25 final | TBC | 5:30 AM |
