The Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) has been the epitome of cricketing excellence, featuring fierce competition and electrifying performances. With every season, the WBBL finals have produced nail-biting contests and unforgettable moments. In this article, we look back at the grand finale showdowns of the WBBL, showcasing the drama, standout players, and venues that have made these events so special.
WBBL|01: Thunder’s Thunderstruck Victory
- Date: January 24, 2016
- Finalists: Sydney Sixers vs. Sydney Thunder
- 1st Innings: Sydney Sixers – 7/115 (20 overs)
- 2nd Innings: Sydney Thunder – 7/116 (19.3 overs)
- Result: Thunder won by 3 wickets
- Player of the Final: Erin Osborne (Sydney Thunder)
- Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground
- Attendance: N/A
In the inaugural WBBL season, Sydney Thunder Women stole the limelight with their thrilling three-wicket victory against Sydney Sixers. Erin Osborne’s all-round brilliance played a pivotal role in their historic win.
WBBL|02: Sydney Sixers’ Triumph at Perth
- Date: January 28, 2017
- Finalists: Sydney Sixers vs. Perth Scorchers
- 1st Innings: Sydney Sixers – 5/124 (20 overs)
- 2nd Innings: Perth Scorchers – 7/117 (20 overs)
- Result: Sixers won by 7 runs
- Player of the Final: Sarah Aley (Sydney Sixers)
- Venue: WACA Ground
- Attendance: N/A
Sydney Sixers Women clinched their maiden WBBL title with a seven-run victory over Perth Scorchers in a tense final in Perth. Sarah Aley’s exceptional performance with the ball played a crucial role in the Sixers’ triumph.
WBBL|03: Sixers Shine in Adelaide
- Date: February 4, 2018
- Finalists: Perth Scorchers vs. Sydney Sixers
- 1st Innings: Perth Scorchers – 99 (20 overs)
- 2nd Innings: Sydney Sixers – 1/100 (15 overs)
- Result: Sixers won by 9 wickets
- Player of the Final: Sarah Coyte (Sydney Sixers)
- Venue: Adelaide Oval
- Attendance: N/A
Sydney Sixers maintained their dominance by securing back-to-back titles, defeating Perth Scorchers Women in the final at Adelaide Oval. Sarah Coyte’s remarkable bowling display was instrumental in the Sixers’ comprehensive victory.
WBBL|04: Heat’s Thrilling Victory in Sydney
- Date: January 26, 2019
- Finalists: Sydney Sixers vs. Brisbane Heat
- 1st Innings: Sydney Sixers – 7/131 (20 overs)
- 2nd Innings: Brisbane Heat – 7/132 (19.2 overs)
- Result: Heat won by 3 wickets
- Player of the Final: Beth Mooney (Brisbane Heat)
- Venue: Drummoyne Oval
- Attendance: 5,368
Brisbane Heat Women clinched their maiden WBBL title with a thrilling three-wicket victory over Sydney Sixers in a final that went down to the wire. Beth Mooney’s heroics played a crucial role in Heat’s historic win.
WBBL|05: Heat’s Back-to-Back Triumph
- Date: December 8, 2019
- Finalists: Adelaide Strikers vs. Brisbane Heat
- 1st Innings: Adelaide Strikers – 7/161 (20 overs)
- 2nd Innings: Brisbane Heat – 4/162 (18.1 overs)
- Result: Heat won by 6 wickets
- Player of the Final: Beth Mooney (Brisbane Heat)
- Venue: Allan Border Field
- Attendance: 2,700
Brisbane Heat continued their dominance, securing back-to-back WBBL titles by defeating Adelaide Strikers. Beth Mooney was once again the star of the final, guiding her team to victory.
WBBL|06: Thunder Strikes in Sydney
- Date: November 28, 2020
- Finalists: Melbourne Stars vs. Sydney Thunder
- 1st Innings: Melbourne Stars – 9/86 (20 overs)
- 2nd Innings: Sydney Thunder – 3/87 (13.4 overs)
- Result: Thunder won by 7 wickets
- Player of the Final: Shabnim Ismail (Sydney Thunder)
- Venue: North Sydney Oval
- Attendance: 1,633
Sydney Thunder secured their second WBBL title with a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Melbourne Stars Women. Shabnim Ismail’s brilliant bowling performance stood out in the final.
WBBL|07: Scorchers Shine in Perth
- Date: November 27, 2021
- Finalists: Perth Scorchers vs. Adelaide Strikers
- 1st Innings: Perth Scorchers – 5/146 (20 overs)
- 2nd Innings: Adelaide Strikers – 6/134 (20 overs)
- Result: Scorchers won by 12 runs
- Player of the Final: Marizanne Kapp (Perth Scorchers)
- Venue: Perth Stadium
- Attendance: 15,511
Perth Scorchers secured the WBBL|07 title with a 12-run victory over Adelaide Strikers. Marizanne Kapp’s all-round brilliance played a crucial role in Scorchers’ win.
WBBL|08: Adelaide Strikers Emerge Victorious
- Date: November 26, 2022
- Finalists: Adelaide Strikers vs. Sydney Sixers
- 1st Innings: Adelaide Strikers – 5/147 (20 overs)
- 2nd Innings: Sydney Sixers – 137 (20 overs)
- Result: Strikers won by 10 runs
- Player of the Final: Deandra Dottin (Adelaide Strikers)
- Venue: North Sydney Oval
- Attendance: 6,478
The WBBL|08 final saw Adelaide Strikers Women emerge victorious with a 10-run win over Sydney Sixers. Deandra Dottin’s exceptional all-round performance was a standout feature of the final.
The Women’s Big Bash League has been a platform for the world’s best female cricketers to showcase their talent. Each final has been a spectacle, with remarkable individual performances and team efforts contributing to the league’s continued success. As WBBL continues to grow, fans eagerly anticipate more thrilling finals in the years to come.