The ongoing season of the Big Bash League 2025-26 (BBL 2025-26) is approaching its final destination with the Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers (PRS vs SYS) as the two teams set for a collision in the summit clash.
The Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 final match is scheduled to start at 1.45 PM on January 25 at the Optus Stadium in Perth. Multiple star players will be on the field to decide the fate of the match.
Ahead of the grand finale, both teams are in tremendous form, almost unstoppable. But, according to the rules of the game, one will have to be on the losing side while the other team will be in the sea of joy.
But which team will have an extra edge in the final? Where can the cricket fans witness the clash of the titans? This article covers the Perth Scorchers vs Sydney BBL 2025-26 final with details on the match preview, live streaming options, pitch and weather conditions, head-to-head statistics, and key records.
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 final match preview:
Date and Venue:
The Optus Stadium, situated in Perth, will host the Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sizers BBL 2025-26 final match on Sunday, January 25.
Squads:
Perth Scorchers: Ashton Turner (c), Finn Allen, Mahli Beardman, Cooper Connolly, Brody Couch, Laurie Evans, Aaron Hardie, Nick Hobson, Luke Holt, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh, Joel Paris, David Payne, Jhye Richardson
Ins: Joel Paris, Outs: Sam Fanning
Sydney Sixers: Sean Abbott, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques (c), Daniel Hughes, Hayden Kerr, Ben Manenti, Mitch Perry, Josh Philippe, Lachlan Shaw, Jordan Silk, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc. (Unchanged)
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 final match probable XIs:
Perth Scorchers: Finn Allen, Mitchell Marsh, Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Ashton Turner, Laurie Evans, Josh Inglis, Jhye Richardson, David Payne, Mahli Beardman, Brody Couch.
Sydney Sixers: Steven Smith, Jack Edwards, Lachlan Shaw, Moises Henriques, Josh Philippe, Ben Dwarshuis, Mitchell Starc, Sean Abbott, Joel Davies, Sam Curran, Hayden Kerr.
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 Final – Key Battles:
Steve Smith vs Mahli Beardman
Steve Smith is one of the main reasons for the impressive run of the Sydney Sixers in this edition of the Big Bash League. With Smith on top of the batting order, the Sixers could get a solid start from the beginning of their innings.
In his last 5 matches for the Australian franchise, the star batter smashed a couple of half-centuries and a century. He has been in the form of his life in T20 cricket, but is quite unfortunate to miss out on the selection for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
Smith can face tough challenges from Mahli Beardman. The pacer of the Perth Scorchers slowly but steadily gained his momentum at the right time. In the last 5 matches, the pacer has claimed a total of 8 wickets. During the previous two encounters with the Sixers, he took a total of 5 wickets.
Mitchell Marsh vs Mitchell Starc
Mitchell Marsh, the experienced Australian batter, can go berserk with his explosive skill set. The unpredictable nature of the batter made him more dangerous, especially in a pressure situation. On January 11, when these two teams faced each other, Marsh played an 88-run knock. He is one of the few batters who have registered a century in the BBL 2025-26.
The late inclusion of Mitchell Starc uncouthly elevates the bowling attack of the Sixers by some degree. So far, the lethal pacer has played only four matches for the team, taking 9 wickets in total. In the final match, Starc will again try his best to lift the trophy with the Sydney Sixers. After the BBL final, Starc will be getting a lengthy break from cricket, and he will look to give it all in the summit clash.
Finn Allen vs Ben Dwarshuis
Finn Allen, the New Zealand opener, has been in top form since the beginning of the contest. He is currently the second-highest run scorer of the BBL 2025-26 with 430 runs. He can conclude his campaign for the Perth Scorchers as the highest run scorer of the tournament. He also holds the record for most sixes in a single edition of a Big Bash League.
Ben Dwarshuis has all the abilities to put the Scorchers in a surprising situation. With 16 wickets in 11 matches, the pacer is currently in the race to become the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. If he is able to clinch multiple wickets in the early overs, the Sixers can get an extra edge over the rival team.
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 final Key players:
Perth Scorchers: Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen, Mahli Beardman, Jhye Richardson, and Aaron Hardie.
Sydney Sixers: Steven Smith, Moises Henriques, Mitchell Starc, Sean Abbott, and Josh Philippe.
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 final Free Live Streaming in India, Live Telecast:
TV Rights in India
– Star Sports Network holds the television broadcast rights for the Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 final key in India.
Live Streaming Platform in India:
– The match will be live-streamed on the JioHotstar app and website. A subscription is required for live match streaming.
When will the match take place?
– The final of the Big Bash League 2025-26 is scheduled on January 25, 2026.
Where will the match be played?
– The match will be held at the Perth Stadium (Optus Stadium) in Perth, Australia.
How to watch the live telecast of the Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 final match on television?
– Fans can watch the match live on the Star Sports Network channels.
How to live stream the Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 final on mobile online?
– The match can be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website with a valid subscription.
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 final: What is the weather report and pitch report of the Perth Stadium (Optus Stadium)?
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers weather report of Perth:
On January 25, during the final of the BBL 2025-26 match, the weather is expected to be pleasant with partly sunny to cloudy skies, ideal for a high-octane match. As of now, there is no such forecast for rain. The temperatures are likely to be around 23–25°C in the afternoon and early evening.
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers pitch report of the Optus Stadium:
The pitch condition in the iconic venue is expected to offer pace and bounce, which can help the fast bowlers with the new ball. Because of the extra bounce, batters can face some difficulties during the initial stage of the match. Here, the toss can also play a vital role. In the latter part of the game, the pitch can work for the batters gradually.
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers Head-to-Head Records:
Overall Records:
|
Total Number of Matches |
Perth Scorchers |
Sydney Sixers |
Tie |
No Result |
|
31 |
18 |
12 |
1 |
0 |
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers Head-to-Head Records: The Last 5 Matches:
|
Date |
Venue |
Perth Scorchers Score |
Sydney Sixers Score |
Winner |
Margin |
|
20/01/2026 |
Perth |
147/9 |
99 (15/20 ov) |
Perth Scorchers |
48 runs |
|
14/12/2025 |
Perth |
117/5 |
113/5 |
Perth Scorchers |
5 wickets |
|
11/01/2025 |
Various |
206/7 |
220/3 |
Sydney Sixers |
14 runs |
|
16/01/2024 |
Perth |
197/4 |
201/7 |
Sydney Sixers |
3 wickets |
|
28/01/2023 |
Perth |
151/8 |
154/3 |
Perth Scorchers |
7 wickets |
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL 2025-26 final match conclusion:
The match between these two teams is going to be very exciting; there is no second opinion on this. Both teams have proved their strengths and deserve to play the final match. With multiple power hitters and wicket-taking bowlers in both squads, the momentum of the match can shift at any moment. But the pitch will also have some influence over the result of the match. Despite the presence of multiple attacking batters in the line-ups, raining runs in Perth may not happen.
According to the recent stats, Perth Scorchers may have a better chance of becoming the champion of the league. But the x-factors like Steve Smith, Finn Allen, Moises Henriques, and Mitchell Starc can prove decisive to fix the rivalry for this Big Bash League 2025-26 season.
The result of the match can be influenced by some 1v1 moments. If the bowlers can deliver according to their potential, with the help of the deck, then the cricket fans can witness a class display of bowling performance; expectations will be especially on the pacers. While batters need to be a bit more cautious during the powerplays to avoid silly errors.
Both teams are loaded with stars, and the team which manages to handle the pressure of the summit clash will go on to lift the title. Notably, Perth Scorchers have won the title on 5 occasions, while Sydney Sixers are the three-time champions of the Big Bash League. Also, they have met in five previous title deciders.
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