The Big Bash League 2024-25 playoff lineup is set! After weeks of electrifying matches, the top teams have secured their spots. Fans can expect intense battles as these squads vie for the ultimate glory. Stay tuned for the complete schedule and updates on this thrilling conclusion to the season!

The Big Bash League 2024-25 kicked off on December 15, 2024.

The league stage of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 wrapped up on Sunday, January 19, setting the stage for the highly anticipated playoffs.

This season witnessed exceptional batting displays, with standout performances from stars like Steve Smith, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Matthew Short, and Glenn Maxwell lighting up the tournament.

Hobart Hurricanes emerged as the table-toppers, amassing 15 points with seven wins in 10 matches. Their top order, featuring Caleb Jewell and Mitchell Owen, proved remarkably consistent throughout the campaign. The Hurricanes’ only setbacks came against the Melbourne Renegades and Melbourne Stars, highlighting their dominance overall.

In his last three appearances for the franchise, Smith showcased remarkable form, smashing a century and a half-century in the first two games against the Perth Scorchers and Adelaide Strikers. Unfortunately, their third match against the Sydney Thunder was abandoned due to rain.

Sydney Thunder have also impressed this season, finishing third on the points table under the leadership of the seasoned David Warner. Warner has been a cornerstone of their success, amassing 346 runs in nine innings at an impressive average of 57.66.

However, the Thunder’s campaign has been marred by weather disruptions, with two of their matches washed out. Despite this, they managed to secure 12 points from 10 games, thanks to five well-earned victories.

Meanwhile, the Melbourne Stars occupy the fourth spot, keeping their dream of a maiden BBL title alive with an incredible comeback. After a poor start with five consecutive losses, they bounced back with five straight wins, finishing with 10 points from 10 games.

Glenn Maxwell has been the driving force behind the Stars’ resurgence, delivering standout performances in their last three matches with scores of 58, 90, and 76.

Position	Team	Matches Played	Wins	Losses	No Results	Points	Key Player	Notable Performances
1	Hobart Hurricanes	10	7	2	1	15	Caleb Jewell, Mitchell Owen	Consistent top-order performances
2	Sydney Sixers	10	6	3	1	14	Steve Smith	Century and half-century in last three games
3	Sydney Thunder	10	5	3	2	12	David Warner	346 runs in 9 innings at 57.66 average
4	Melbourne Stars	10	5	5	0	10	Glenn Maxwell	Scores of 58, 90, and 76 in last three games

Big Bash League 2024-25: List of teams who qualified for the playoffs

Hobart Hurricanes – 15 points
Sydney Sixers – 14 points
Sydney Thunder – 12 points
Melbourne Stars – 10 points

The Big Bash League (BBL) adopts a playoff format similar to the Indian Premier League (IPL). The top two teams in the standings face off in the Qualifier, with the winner earning a direct berth in the final. The losing team gets a second chance, competing against the winner of the Eliminator—a match between the third and fourth-placed teams—for the remaining final spot.

In the upcoming playoffs, the Hobart Hurricanes will clash with the Sydney Sixers in the Qualifier on January 22 in Hobart. The winner will advance directly to the final, while the losing side will await their next opponent.

On January 23, the Sydney Thunder will meet the Melbourne Stars in the Knockout. The loser will be eliminated, and the winner will progress to face the loser of the Qualifier in the Challenger, set for January 24.