Big Bash League past winners
The Big Bash League is Australia’s premier Twenty20 competition, featuring all of the country’s most powerful cricketers plus a spattering of the world’s best talent.
The Perth Scorchers and the Sydney Sixers have emerged as the two powerhouse teams in the BBL, with the Perth Scorcher winning five titles, while the Sydney Sixers currently sit on three wins. Can any other team beat these powerhouse teams?
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Result | MOTM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-12 | Sydney Sixers 3/158 (18.5 overs) |
Perth Scorchers 5/156 (20 overs) |
Sixers by 7 wickets | Moises Henriques |
| 2012-13 | Brisbane Heat 5/167 (20 overs) |
Perth Scorchers 9/133 (20 overs) |
Heat by 34 runs | Nathan Hauritz |
| 2013-14 | Perth Scorchers 4/191 (20 overs) |
Hobart Hurricanes 7/152 (20 overs) |
Scorchers by 39 runs | Brad Hogg |
| 2014-15 | Perth Scorchers 6/148 (20 overs) |
Sydney Sixers 5/147 (20 overs) |
Scorchers by 4 wickets | Shaun Marsh |
| 2015-16 | Sydney Thunder 7/181 (19.3 overs) |
Melbourne Stars 9/176 (20 overs) |
Thunder by 3 wickets | Usman Khawaja |
| 2016-17 | Perth Scorchers 1/144 (15.5 overs) |
Sydney Sixers 9/141 (20 overs) |
Scorchers by 9 wickets | Jhye Richardson |
| 2017-18 | Adelaide Strikers 2/202 (20 overs) |
Hobart Hurricanes 5/177 (20 overs) |
Strikers by 25 runs | Jake Weatherald |
| 2018-19 | Melbourne Renegades 5/145 (20 overs) |
Melbourne Stars 7/132 (20 overs) |
Renegades by 13 runs | Dan Christian |
| 2019-20 | Sydney Sixers 5/116 (12 overs) |
Melbourne Stars 6/97 (12 overs) |
Sixers by 19 runs | Josh Philippe |
| 2020-21 | Sydney Sixers 6/188 (20 overs) |
Perth Scorchers 9/161 (20 overs) |
Sixers by 27 runs | James Vince |
| 2021-22 | Perth Scorchers 171/6 (20 overs) |
Sydney Sixers 10/92 (16.2 overs) |
Scorchers by 79 runs | Laurie Evans |
| 2022-23 | Perth Scorchers 5/178 (19.2 overs) |
Brisbane Heat 7/175 (20 overs) |
Scorchers by 5 wickets | Ashton Turner |
2022-2023: Perth Scorchers Claim Fifth Big Bash Title in Thrilling Final Showdown
In an electrifying 2022-2023 Big Bash League final, the Perth Scorchers scripted an improbable victory against the Brisbane Heat, securing their fifth championship. Facing a daunting target of 176 runs set by the Heat, the Scorchers stumbled early, losing crucial wickets. However, a stellar 80-run partnership between Josh Inglis and Ashton Turner reignited their hopes.
Despite setbacks and tense moments, including a critical run-out, the Scorchers found an unlikely hero in Cooper Connolly. In only his fourth professional game, Connolly’s boldness and composure shone through as he, alongside Nick Hobson, orchestrated a sensational 40-run partnership from 16 deliveries.
With Connolly’s 25 runs off just 11 balls, the Scorchers sealed a sensational five-wicket victory, leaving the crowd of over 50,000 spectators at the edge of their seats. This thrilling showdown showcased the Scorchers’ resilience and flair, etching a remarkable chapter in Big Bash history.
2021-2022: Perth Scorchers Clinch BBL Title in Spectacular Final Showdown
In an exhilarating face-off for the 2021-2022 Big Bash League (BBL) title, the Sydney Sixers clashed with the Perth Scorchers at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium on January 28, 2022. Opting to bat first after winning the toss, the Sixers set a competitive target of 169 runs, anchored by James Vince’s resilient 59 and valuable contributions from Moises Henriques and Dan Christian.
The Scorchers’ response was electrifying as Liam Livingstone blazed through the innings with a fiery 77 off just 39 balls, setting the stage for their pursuit. Despite losing wickets during the chase, Mitchell Marsh’s composed half-century and Ashton Turner’s crucial innings propelled the Scorchers toward victory.
With disciplined bowling led by Jhye Richardson’s impactful spell of 3 wickets, the Scorchers restricted the Sixers to 168/6 in 20 overs. In a sensational display of skill and determination, the Scorchers triumphed, reaching the target with 7 wickets in hand and 9 balls to spare. Livingstone’s explosive performance earned him the Player of the Match accolade as the Perth Scorchers clinched the BBL title in a thrilling finale, etching their dominance in the tournament’s history books.
2020-21: Sydney Sixers Clinch Back-to-Back BBL Titles in Thrilling Final Showdown
In the 2020-2021 Big Bash League (BBL) grand final clash between the Sydney Sixers and the Perth Scorchers, the Sydney Cricket Ground witnessed an electrifying battle. After winning the toss and choosing to bat first, the Sixers amassed a formidable 188 runs, with James Vince’s commanding performance serving as its foundation.
The Scorchers, in pursuit of 189 runs for victory, began confidently but faced steady setbacks against a resilient Sixers’ bowling attack. Despite commendable efforts from Liam Livingstone, who scored a brisk half-century, the Scorchers struggled to keep up with the escalating run rate.
The Sixers’ bowlers maintained their composure, thwarting the Scorchers’ chase and restricting them to 161/9 in 20 overs. The result crowned the Sydney Sixers champions for the second consecutive year, securing their triumph with a 27-run victory.
Captain Daniel Hughes orchestrated a balanced team effort, with James Vince’s standout batting performance laying the foundation for their title defence. The final encapsulated thrilling moments and stellar individual displays, cementing the Sixers’ dominance in the BBL and sealing their back-to-back championship triumph.
2019-20: Sydney Sixers defeated Melbourne Stars
Having botched the previous year’s final, the Melbourne Stars were back in the big dance in 2020 as they continued the search for a maiden BBL title. This time they were up against the Sydney Sixers, who had earned the right to host the final when they downed the Stars in the first round of the playoffs.
There was never any doubt that the game would be affected by rain; the question was whether or not we would get a result at all. In the end, the innings were condensed to 12 overs each. The Sixers batted first and Josh Philippe got them off to a flyer, belting 52 off 29 balls. Jordan Silk (27) and Steve Smith (21) also played important roles as Sydney set a competitive total of 5/116.
Once the talismanic Marcus Stoinis was dismissed for 10, the Stars were in trouble. In no time they were 4/25 with Glenn Maxwell, Nic Maddinson and Peter Handscomb all back in the sheds. Nick Larkin played an admirable hand with 38 from 26 balls, but he had very little support as Melbourne limped to 6/97 in yet another losing Big Bash final.
2018-19: Melbourne Renegades defeated Melbourne Stars
At last, it was time for one of the star-studded Melbourne franchises to taste BBL success. The Stars unseated the top-ranked Hobart Hurricanes to reach the big dance after finishing dead last the year before, while the Renegades edged out the Sydney Sixers to make the Big Bash final for the first time.
It was the Stars’ game to lose after they held the Gades to 5/145 and put on 93 runs for the first wicket, but T20 cricket is a fickle game. Five wickets in four overs destroyed the Stars’ momentum as the Renegades completed a stunning comeback to claim their maiden title.
MOTM honours went to veteran allrounder Dan Christian, who hit an unbeaten 38 and followed up with the critical wickets of Seb Gotch and Dwayne Bravo. Renegades quick Kane Richardson topped the BBL bowling charts with 24 wickets at 17.70, while D’Arcy Short retained both the batting title and Player of the Tournament honours with 637 runs at 67.62.
2017-18: Adelaide Strikers defeated Hobart Hurricanes
Both the Strikers and the Hurricanes had a shot to win their first BBL title. Hobart looked hard to beat after a big win over the Perth Scorchers in the semi-finals, but Adelaide took the advantage through a 70-ball 115 from opener Jake Weatherald.
Chasing 203 for victory, the Canes were tracking well with a big partnership between D’Arcy Short (68) and George Bailey (46). Ben McDermott and Matthew Wade failed to carry on that momentum, however, as Peter Siddle (3/17) bowled the Strikers to a 25-run win.
Short finished the season as the BBL’s top runscorer with an impressive 572 runs at 57.32, which earned him the Player of the Tournament gong. Strikers spin sensation Rashid Khan was the top bowler with 18 scalps at an incredible 13.83 in his maiden Big Bash campaign.
2016-17: Perth Scorchers defeated Sydney Sixers
Perth’s victory was set up by a great bowling performance, which restricted the Sydney Sixers to 9/141 from their 20 overs. English import Tim Bresnan (3/40) and Jhye Richardson (3/30) were the chief destroyers with three wickets each from a full complement of overs.
In response the Scorchers eased to 1/144, passing the Sixers total in the 16th over the innings. Sam Whiteman (41 from 21) and Michael Klinger (71 from 49) were the pick of the batsman as they easily picked apart the Sixers bowling attack.
Richardson was named man of the match for his bowling performance, while Chris Lynn was again named player of the tournament, after a scintillating run of form during the home and away games.
2015-16: Sydney Thunder defeated Melbourne Stars
Finally the BBL glamour team Melbourne Stars, that had featured players of the ilk of Shane Warne and Kevin Petersen in the past, made it into the grand final.
But there was more heartbreak for the Stars, with the Thunder chasing down 177 with three balls and three wickets in hand.
The Stars made 9/176 with Petersen top-scoring with 74 off 39 balls. All-rounder Shane Watson and Jacques Kallis were both economical and snared two wickets for the Thunder.
In reply Usman Khawaja was dynamic with 70 runs off 40 balls at the top of the order for the Thunder. Despite the best efforts of Marcus Stoinis (3/30 from four overs) it wasn’t enough for the Stars.
Khawaja was named man of the match, while Chris Lynn took player of the tournament honours.
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2014-15: Perth Scorchers defeated Sydney Sixers
The Perth Scorchers went back to back with a BBL grand final win over the Sydney Sixers.
The win came on the back of a domineering 73 from 59 balls from Shaun Marsh, which solidified his reputation as one of the best players, ever, in the BBL.
The Sixers compiled 5/147 from their 20 overs with Moises Henriques (77 from 57) the shining light in the innings. Brad Hogg and Jason Behnrendorff were both miserly and it was almost enough for the Sixers.
The Scorchers run chase came down to the final ball of the innings, with Yasir Arafat scampering through for a single. Sixers star Brett Lee took wickets on the second and third last balls of the innings to truly send a scare through the Scorchers camp.
Marsh was named play of the match, while South African import Jacques Kallis notched up another record, being named player of the tournament.
2013-14: Perth Scorchers defeated Hobart Hurricanes
The Scorchers finally got the monkey off their back, winning the 2013-14 Big Bash league, after making the final of the previous two incarnations.
The Scorchers batsman set up the victory over the Hobart Hurricanes, compiling a mammoth 4/191 from their 20 overs. Craig Simmons (45 from 36), Shaun Marsh (63 from 43) and Mitchell Marsh (37 from 12) scorched the Hurricanes bowling attack with Ben Hilfenhaus (1-23 from four overs) the best of them.
In reply George Bailey gave the Hurricanes some hope with 58 off 32 balls, but when Pat Cummins dismissed him the match was as good as over.
Evergreen veteran Brad Hogg was awarded man of the match for his 3/17 from four overs, while Ben Dunk was named player of the tournament.
2012-13: Brisbane Heat defeated Perth Scorchers
The Brisbane Heat won the second BBL competition by 34 runs, with the grand final victory coming over the Perth Scorchers, who went back to back runner up.
The Heat bowlers take much of the plaudit for this victory, with a short pitched bowling strategy paying dividends. West Indian import Kemar Roach (3-18) produced his best display while Alistair McDermott and Ben Cutting both claimed two wickets. Surprisingly Nathan Haurtiz was named man of the match for his miserly 0/11 from three overs, opening the bowling.
While the Heat batted first and posted a total of 5/167, they did not have a stand out performer, or a player reach 50. With Luke Pomersbach (37 from 38), Joe Burns (43 from 27) and Dan Christian (37 from 21) the most prolific.
The Heat were coached by future Australian-coach Darren Lehmann with his ability to gel the team noted by powerbrokers.
2011-12: Sydney Sixers defeated Perth Scorchers
The Sydney Sixers defeated Perth Scorchers in the inaugural Big Bash League final
The Scorchers batted first and compiled 5/156 from their 20 overs, with Mitchell Marsh (77 from 57) and English import Paul Collingwood (32 from 25) the mainstays in the innings. The intimidating pair of Brett Lee and Mitchell Starc were the pick of the bowlers taking 2/21 and 2/40 respectively.
In reply the Sixers chased down the total with seven balls to spare. Moises Henriques (77 from 41) and Steve O’Keefe (48 from 46) were the cool heads in the run chase. Left-arm Chinaman Brad Hogg (1-29) and Ben Edmondson (2-30) were the pick of the Scorchers bowlers.
Henriques was awarded the man of the match. while Player Of The Series went to David Hussey.