Written By: Alex Maathai

The Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025/26 season has started! The tournament began on November 9, 2025, and will run until December 13, 2025. Get ready for amazing cricket!

This is Australia’s biggest women’s T20 cricket competition. The best players from around the world come here to play. Australian stars join with international superstars to make this the most exciting cricket you’ll see!

Eight strong teams are playing matches all across Australia. From Brisbane to Perth, from Melbourne to Sydney, cricket is happening everywhere!

Don’t miss a single match – every game is packed with big hits, amazing catches, and thrilling moments!

WBBL 2025 Complete Match Schedule

WBBL 2025 Complete Match Schedule
Source: Cricket Australia

Here are all the matches with dates and times. Matches are played at various venues across Australia. Mark your calendar and watch every single game!

Match No.DateTime (Local)MatchVenueResult
1Sat, 09 Nov12:40 PMBrisbane Heat Women vs Melbourne Renegades WomenBrisbaneMelbourne Renegades Women won by 7 wkts
2Sat, 09 Nov4:10 PMHobart Hurricanes Women vs Sydney Thunder WomenBrisbaneHobart Hurricanes Women won by 6 wkts
3Sat, 09 Nov5:30 PMPerth Scorchers Women vs Sydney Sixers WomenW.A.C.ASydney Sixers Women won by 10 wkts
4Mon, 10 Nov3:10 PMMelbourne Stars Women vs Adelaide Strikers WomenMelbourneNo result – due to rain
5Tue, 11 Nov3:10 PMMelbourne Renegades Women vs Sydney Thunder WomenMelbourneMelbourne Renegades Women won by 4 wkts
6Wed, 12 Nov6:10 PMBrisbane Heat Women vs Perth Scorchers WomenBrisbane
7Thu, 13 Nov7:10 PMSydney Sixers Women vs Hobart Hurricanes WomenNorth Sydney
8Fri, 14 Nov1:10 PMMelbourne Stars Women vs Perth Scorchers WomenAdelaide
9Fri, 14 Nov6:40 PMAdelaide Strikers Women vs Melbourne Renegades WomenAdelaide
10Sat, 15 Nov3:40 PMBrisbane Heat Women vs Hobart Hurricanes WomenSydney
11Sat, 15 Nov7:10 PMSydney Thunder Women vs Sydney Sixers WomenSydney
12Sun, 16 Nov10:10 AMAdelaide Strikers Women vs Perth Scorchers WomenMelbourne
13Sun, 16 Nov1:40 PMMelbourne Renegades Women vs Melbourne Stars WomenMelbourne
14Tue, 18 Nov7:10 PMHobart Hurricanes Women vs Adelaide Strikers WomenHobart
15Wed, 19 Nov7:10 PMSydney Thunder Women vs Perth Scorchers WomenSydney
16Thu, 20 Nov3:40 PMHobart Hurricanes Women vs Melbourne Renegades WomenNorth Sydney
17Thu, 20 Nov7:10 PMSydney Sixers Women vs Melbourne Stars WomenNorth Sydney
18Fri, 21 Nov7:10 PMBrisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Thunder WomenBrisbane
19Sat, 22 Nov10:00 AMHobart Hurricanes Women vs Sydney Sixers WomenHobart
20Sat, 22 Nov5:50 PMPerth Scorchers Women vs Adelaide Strikers WomenW.A.C.A
21Sun, 23 Nov10:00 AMSydney Thunder Women vs Melbourne Renegades WomenSydney
22Sun, 23 Nov7:10 PMBrisbane Heat Women vs Melbourne Stars WomenBrisbane
23Tue, 25 Nov6:40 PMAdelaide Strikers Women vs Brisbane Heat WomenAdelaide
24Wed, 26 Nov3:10 PMMelbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes WomenMelbourne
25Thu, 27 Nov3:10 PMMelbourne Renegades Women vs Perth Scorchers WomenMelbourne
26Fri, 28 Nov3:10 PMBrisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Sixers WomenAdelaide
27Fri, 28 Nov6:40 PMAdelaide Strikers Women vs Sydney Thunder WomenAdelaide
28Sat, 29 Nov3:10 PMMelbourne Renegades Women vs Melbourne Stars WomenMelbourne
29Sat, 29 Nov7:10 PMHobart Hurricanes Women vs Perth Scorchers WomenHobart
30Sun, 30 Nov12:10 PMAdelaide Strikers Women vs Brisbane Heat WomenNorth Sydney
31Sun, 30 Nov3:40 PMSydney Sixers Women vs Sydney Thunder WomenNorth Sydney
32Mon, 01 Dec7:10 PMHobart Hurricanes Women vs Melbourne Stars WomenHobart
33Tue, 02 Dec5:10 PMPerth Scorchers Women vs Melbourne Renegades WomenW.A.C.A
34Wed, 03 Dec3:40 PMSydney Sixers Women vs Melbourne Stars WomenSydney
35Wed, 03 Dec7:10 PMSydney Thunder Women vs Brisbane Heat WomenSydney
36Fri, 05 Dec10:40 AMMelbourne Renegades Women vs Sydney Sixers WomenMelbourne
37Fri, 05 Dec6:40 PMAdelaide Strikers Women vs Hobart Hurricanes WomenAdelaide
38Sat, 06 Dec11:00 AMMelbourne Stars Women vs Sydney Thunder WomenMelbourne
39Sat, 06 Dec4:10 PMPerth Scorchers Women vs Brisbane Heat WomenW.A.C.A
40Sun, 07 Dec10:40 AMSydney Sixers Women vs Adelaide Strikers WomenNorth Sydney
KnockoutTue, 09 DecTBATBA vs TBATBA
ChallengerThu, 11 DecTBATBA vs TBATBA
FinalSat, 13 DecTBATBA vs TBATBA

Meet the Eight Teams

Eight strong teams are fighting for the championship. Every team has amazing Australian players and big international stars. Let’s meet them!

1. Adelaide Strikers Women

Squad: Tammy Beaumont, Bridget Patterson (wk), Laura Wolvaardt, Tahlia McGrath (c), Jemma Barsby, Ellie Johnston, Eleanor Larosa, Ella Wilson, Darcie Brown, Sophie Ecclestone, Anesu Mushangwe, Madeline Penna, Megan Schutt, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Tabatha Saville

2. Brisbane Heat Women

Squad: Chinelle Henry, Georgia Redmayne (wk), Jemimah Rodrigues, Jess Jonassen (c), Nadine de Klerk, Sianna Ginger, Nicola Hancock, Grace Harris, Charli Knott, Grace Parsons, Lily Bassingthwaighte, Bonnie Berry, Lucinda Bourke, Lucy Hamilton, Mikayla Wrigley (wk)

3. Hobart Hurricanes Women

Squad: Elyse Villani (c), Lizelle Lee (wk), Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Kathryn Bryce, Heather Graham, Ruth Johnston, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Silver-holmes, Amy Smith, Rachel Trenaman, Nicola Carey, Linsey Smith, Lauren Smith, Molly Strano, Isabella Malgioglio, Callie Wilson

4. Melbourne Renegades Women

Squad: Emma de Broughe, Nicole Faltum (wk), Davina Perrin, Courtney Webb, Sophie Molineux (c), Charis Bekker, Alice Capsey, Deandra Dottin, Milly Illingworth, Naomi Stalenberg, Sarah Coyte, Tess Flintoff, Sara Kennedy, Georgia Wareham, Issy Wong

5. Melbourne Stars Women

Squad: Amy Jones (wk), Meg Lanning, Ines Mckeon, Sophie Reid (wk), Annabel Sutherland (c), Sophie Day, Kim Garth, Danielle Gibson, Ella Hayward, Marizanne Kapp, Rhys McKenna, Maisy Gibson, Sasha Moloney, Georgia Prestwidge, Indigo Noble

6. Perth Scorchers Women

Squad: Maddy Darke (wk), Amy Edgar, Mikayla Hinkley, Katie Mack, Beth Mooney (wk), Chloe Piparo, Sophie Devine (c), Chloe Ainsworth, Freya Kemp, Alana King, Paige Schofield, Ebony Hoskin, Lilly Mills, Shay Manolini, Ruby Strange

7. Sydney Sixers Women

Squad: Mathilda Carmichael, Sophie Dunkley, Elsa Hunter, Alyssa Healy (wk), Ashleigh Gardner (c), Erin Burns, Amelia Kerr, Mady Villiers, Maitlan Brown, Lauren Cheatle, Courtney Grace Sippel, Caoimhe Bray, Lauren Kua, Emma Manix-Geeves (wk)

8. Sydney Thunder Women

Squad: Phoebe Litchfield (c), Sam Bates, Laura Harris, Heather Knight, Anika Learoyd, Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson (wk), Chamari Athapaththu, Taneale Peschel, Hannah Darlington, Shabnim Ismail, Ella Briscoe, Sienna Eve, Lucy Finn, Hasrat Gill

How to Watch Every Match

You can watch all the games live! In Australia, turn on Channel 7 or Fox Cricket. You can also stream matches on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.

If you live outside Australia, check your local cricket channels to find the games. In India, you can watch the live matches on Star Sports Network channels. 

Don’t miss any action – every match is worth watching!

Where the Matches Happen

The WBBL travels all around Australia. Here’s where you’ll see the games:

  • Brisbane: Home of the Brisbane Heat with exciting matches day and night
  • Melbourne: The cricket capital hosts games for the Stars and Renegades
  • Perth (W.A.C.A): Fast and bouncy pitch at the Western Australia Cricket Association ground
  • Adelaide: Adelaide Oval is home to the Strikers
  • Sydney: Multiple grounds including North Sydney Oval
  • Hobart: Bellerive Oval is where the Hurricanes play

November and December are perfect for cricket in Australia. The summer weather is beautiful for watching T20 matches!

Why You Should Watch WBBL 2025

The Women’s Big Bash League is special. Here’s why you need to watch:

1. The Best Women’s Cricket

The WBBL is the number one women’s T20 league in the world. The biggest stars from every country come here to play!

2. Amazing Players

You’ll see the best batters hitting sixes, the fastest bowlers, and brilliant fielders taking incredible catches. Every match has something special!

3. Exciting Matches

T20 cricket is fast and fun. Big hits, close finishes, and non-stop action – you won’t get bored!

4. Great for Families

WBBL matches are perfect for everyone. Bring your kids, bring your friends – it’s a fun day out!

5. Supporting Women’s Sports

When you watch, you’re supporting women athletes. You’re showing that women’s cricket matters!

6. Every Match Counts

With 40 league matches, every game is important. Teams need to win to make the playoffs. The competition is tight and exciting!

7. Learn from the Best

Want to play cricket? Watch these players and learn from the best in the world!

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Conclusion: Get Ready for More Excitement!

The WBBL 2025 season is going to be incredible! We have matches running until December 13, with 40 league games plus the knockout matches and the big final.

Eight teams filled with superstars are fighting for the trophy. Meg Lanning is back! The defending champions, Melbourne Renegades, want to win again! Every team has world-class players!

Pick your favorite team right now. Watch every match you can. Support these amazing athletes!

Turn on your TV. Go to the stadium if you can. Tell your friends. Share the excitement. The WBBL is here and it’s absolutely brilliant!

FAQs

When does WBBL 2025 end?

The final is on December 13, 2025.

How many teams are playing in WBBL 2025?

Eight teams: Adelaide Strikers, Brisbane Heat, Hobart Hurricanes, Melbourne Renegades, Melbourne Stars, Perth Scorchers, Sydney Sixers, and Sydney Thunder.

Where can I watch WBBL 2025?

In Australia: Channel 7, Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports, Foxtel. Outside Australia: Check your local cricket channels.

What is T20 cricket?

It’s fast cricket! Each team gets 20 overs to score runs. Matches are quick and exciting!

Can I go to the stadium to watch WBBL 2025?

Matches happen all across Australia. Check the schedule and grab tickets!

Who won WBBL last year?

Melbourne Renegades are the defending champions!

About the Author

Alex Maathai is a Cape Town-based cricket analyst and former club-level player. With deep knowledge of domestic structures and Proteas history, he provides context-rich insights that connect today’s matches to South Africa’s cricket legacy.

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