Big Bash League 2024 squads, schedule, live streaming

The 2024-25 edition of the Big Bash League (BBL) is set to kick off on December 15, promising nearly two months of high-octane T20 cricket spectacle. Organized by Cricket Australia, this 14th edition of the tournament will culminate with the final on January 27, showcasing some of the best talents in the cricketing world. A total of eight franchises will battle it out for the coveted title: Adelaide Strikers, Brisbane Heat, Hobart Hurricanes, Melbourne Renegades, Melbourne Stars, Perth Scorchers, Sydney Sixers, and Sydney Thunder. Matches will be played across 11 iconic venues, delivering thrilling cricketing action to fans throughout Australia.

The tournament format for the 2024-25 season includes a robust league phase featuring 40 matches. Each team will play 10 games, ensuring a balanced and competitive schedule. Following the league stage, the top-performing teams will advance to the knockout phase, setting the stage for intense battles as they vie for a spot in the final. With 44 T20 matches in total, including the playoffs, the BBL continues to be a marquee event on the cricket calendar, known for its electrifying atmosphere, world-class players, and memorable performances. As teams gear up for the competition, fans worldwide eagerly await the cricketing spectacle, which promises to deliver unforgettable moments and fierce rivalries. The countdown to December 15 has begun, with all eyes on who will emerge as the champion in this highly anticipated season of the Big Bash League.

The playoff structure for the Big Bash League 2024 ensures an exciting climax to the competition. The top four teams from the league stage will advance to the playoffs, with a clear pathway to the coveted final. The top two teams in the standings will face off in the Qualifier, where the winner earns a direct ticket to the final. Meanwhile, the third and fourth-placed teams will battle it out in the Knockout for a chance to stay in contention. The victor of the Knockout will then challenge the loser of the Qualifier in the Challenger match, with the winner securing the second spot in the final. The championship-deciding match is set for January 27, 2025, marking the conclusion of what promises to be a thrilling season.

BBL defending champions Brisbane Heat are aiming for another strong run after clinching their second title last season with a commanding 54-run victory over the Sydney Sixers. The Perth Scorchers remain the most successful team in BBL history, boasting five titles, followed by the Sydney Sixers with three. Meanwhile, the Melbourne Renegades, Adelaide Strikers, and Sydney Thunder have each claimed the title once.

Big Bash League 2024 squads

Adelaide Strikers squad: Matthew Short (captain), 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, Henry Thornton, Jake Weatherald

Brisbane Heat squad: Usman Khawaja (captain), Tom Alsop, Xavier Bartlett, Max Bryant, Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan McSweeney, Colin Munro, Michael Neser, Jimmy Peirson, Will Prestwidge, Matthew Renshaw, Mitchell Swepson, Callum Vicler, Paul Walter, Jack Wildermuth, Jack Wood

Hobart Hurricanes squad: Matthew Wade (captain), Iain Carlisle, Nikhil Chaudhary, Tim David, Paddy Dooley, Jake Doran, Nathan Ellis, Peter Hatzoglou, Shai Hope, Caleb Jewell, Chris Jordan, Ben McDermott, Riley Meredith, Mitch Owen, Waqar Salamkheil, Billy Stanlake, Charlie Wakim, Mac Wright

Melbourne Renegades squad: Will Sutherland (captain), Jacob Bethell, Josh Brown, Xavier Crone, Harry Dixon, Laurie Evans, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Marcus Harris, Mackenzie Harvey, Hassan Khan, Nathan Lyon, Fergus O'Neill, Kane Richardson, Tom Rogers, Gurinder Sandhu, Tim Seifert, Jon Wells, Adam Zampa

Melbourne Stars squad: Marcus Stoinis (captain), Scott Boland, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Clarke, Brody Couch, Tom Curran, Ben Duckett, Sam Harper, Campbell Kellaway, Glenn Maxwell, Hamish McKenzie, Jonathan Merlo, Adam Milne, Usama Mir, Joel Paris, Tom Rogers, Peter Siddle, Mark Steketee, Doug Warren, Beau Webster

Perth Scorchers squad: Ashton Turner (captain),  Ashton Agar, Finn Allen, Mahli Beardman, Jason Behrendorff, Cooper Connolly, Sam Fanning, Aaron Hardie, Nick Hobson, Matthew Hurst, Josh Inglis, Keaton Jennings, Matt Kelly, Mitchell Marsh, Lance Morris, Jhye Richardson, Matthew Spoors, Andrew Tye

Sydney Sixers squad: Moises Henriques (captain), Sean Abbott, Jackson Bird, Jafer Chohan, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Jack Edwards, Akeal Hosein, Daniel Hughes, Hayden Kerr, Ben Manenti, Todd Murphy, Kurtis Patterson Mitchell Perry, Josh Phillippe, Jordan Silk, Steve Smith, James Vince

Sydney Thunder squad: David Warner (captain), Wes Agar, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings, Ollie Davies, Lockie Ferguson, Matthew Gilkes, Chris Green, Liam Hatcher, Sam Konstas, Nic Maddinson, Nathan McAndrew, Sherfane Rutherford, Will Salzmann, Daniel Sams, Jason Sangha, Tanveer Sangha

BBL 2024 Schedule

Big Bash League 2024 live streaming

The Big Bash League 2024-25 will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network for viewers in India. Fans can enjoy all the action from the tournament on Star Sports’ dedicated TV channels, ensuring comprehensive coverage of every game. For digital viewers, live streaming of the BBL 2024-25 will be accessible through the Disney+ Hotstar app and website in India. This allows fans to catch the matches on their preferred devices anytime, anywhere, adding convenience to the viewing experience.