Perth Scorchers won the 2025–26 Big Bash League title after beating Sydney Sixers by six wickets in the final at Optus Stadium on 25 January 2026. Led by captain Ashton Turner, Perth lifted their record sixth BBL trophy, making them the most successful team in league history. Turner also reached a rare milestone with his third title as captain.
Since starting in 2011–12, the Big Bash League has delivered 15 exciting seasons. Teams like the Sydney Sixers, Brisbane Heat, and Hobart Hurricanes have also tasted success. Keep reading this blog to know more about the BBL winners list.
Teams And Their Winning Years
Perth Scorchers is the most successful team in the tournament with 6 titles, followed by Sydney Sixers with 3.
| Team | Total | Winning Season(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Perth Scorchers | 6 | 2013–14, 2014–15, 2016–17, 2021–22, 2022–23, 2025–26 |
| Sydney Sixers | 3 | 2011–12, 2019–20, 2020–21 |
| Brisbane Heat | 2 | 2012–13, 2023–24 |
| Hobart Hurricanes | 1 | 2024–25 |
| Melbourne Renegades | 1 | 2018–19 |
| Adelaide Strikers | 1 | 2017–18 |
| Sydney Thunder | 1 | 2015–16 |
| Melbourne Stars | 0 | — |
List of All BBL Winners
Sydney Sixers were the inaugural winners of the BBL in the 2011-12 edition. Let’s look at the winners of this Australian league.
| Season Edition | Winner | Runner-up | Result | Final Host | Final Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–12 (BBL 01) | Sydney Sixers | Perth Scorchers | Sixers won by 7 wickets | Perth Scorchers | WACA Ground, Perth |
| 2012–13 (BBL 02) | Brisbane Heat | Perth Scorchers | Heat won by 34 runs | Perth Scorchers | WACA Ground, Perth |
| 2013–14 (BBL 03) | Perth Scorchers | Hobart Hurricanes | Scorchers won by 39 runs | Perth Scorchers | WACA Ground, Perth |
| 2014–15 (BBL 04) | Perth Scorchers | Sydney Sixers | Scorchers won by 4 wickets | Neutral | Manuka Oval, Canberra |
| 2015–16 (BBL 05) | Sydney Thunder | Melbourne Stars | Thunder won by 3 wickets | Melbourne Stars | MCG, Melbourne |
| 2016–17 (BBL 06) | Perth Scorchers | Sydney Sixers | Scorchers won by 9 wickets | Perth Scorchers | WACA Ground, Perth |
| 2017–18 (BBL 07) | Adelaide Strikers | Hobart Hurricanes | Strikers won by 25 runs | Adelaide Strikers | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| 2018–19 (BBL 08) | Melbourne Renegades | Melbourne Stars | Renegades won by 13 runs | Melbourne Renegades | Docklands Stadium, Melbourne |
| 2019–20 (BBL 09) | Sydney Sixers | Melbourne Stars | Sixers won by 19 runs | Sydney Sixers | SCG, Sydney |
| 2020–21 (BBL 10) | Sydney Sixers | Perth Scorchers | Sixers won by 27 runs | Sydney Sixers | SCG, Sydney |
| 2021–22 (BBL 11) | Perth Scorchers | Sydney Sixers | Scorchers won by 79 runs | Neutral | Docklands Stadium, Melbourne |
| 2022–23 (BBL 12) | Perth Scorchers | Brisbane Heat | Scorchers won by 5 wickets | Perth Scorchers | Perth Stadium, Perth |
| 2023–24 (BBL 13) | Brisbane Heat | Sydney Sixers | Heat won by 54 runs | Sydney Sixers | SCG, Sydney |
| 2024–25 (BBL 14) | Hobart Hurricanes | Sydney Thunder | Hurricanes won by 7 wickets | Hobart Hurricanes | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| 2025–26 (BBL 15) | Perth Scorchers | Sydney Sixers | Scorchers won by 6 wickets | Perth Scorchers | Perth Stadium, Perth |
Perth Scorchers: 6 Titles
Perth Scorchers are the most successful team in Big Bash League history, with six championship titles. Their wins came in the 2013–14, 2014–15, 2016–17, 2021–22, 2022–23, and 2025–26 seasons. The Scorchers also created history by successfully defending their title twice.
They lifted the trophy four times at their home ground, making them the BBL’s fortress team. Notably, the Sydney Sixers finished runners-up to Perth four times.
Sydney Sixers: 3 Titles
The Sydney Sixers are the 2nd-most successful team in Big Bash League history, having won 3 titles. They lifted the trophy in 2011–12, 2019–20, and 2020–21.
The Sixers made history by winning the inaugural BBL season and later defending their title once. Alongside their championships, they have also finished as runners-up five times, showing regular appearances in finals.
Brisbane Heat: 2 Titles
Brisbane Heat have won the Big Bash League title twice, lifting the trophy in the 2012–13 season and again in 2023–24.
Their first title came in the early years of the league, while the second ended a long wait. In addition to their two championships, Brisbane Heat have reached the final once more as runners-up.
Hobart Hurricanes: 1 Title
Hobart Hurricanes won their first Big Bash League title in the 2024–25 season. This victory ended years of waiting for the franchise.
Before this win, the Hurricanes reached the final twice but finished as runners-up both times. After missing out earlier, they finally delivered when it mattered most.
Melbourne Renegades, Adelaide Strikers, Sydney Thunder: 1 Title Each
Melbourne Renegades, Adelaide Strikers, and Sydney Thunder have each won the Big Bash League once. The Renegades claimed the title in 2018–19, Adelaide Strikers lifted the trophy in 2017–18, and Sydney Thunder became champions during the 2015–16 season. In contrast, the Melbourne Stars are still searching for their first BBL title, despite being regular contenders.
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Conclusion: Perth Scorchers Won 6 Titles
Perth Scorchers won the Big Bash League title six times, making them the most successful team in the tournament’s history. Sydney Sixers have 3 titles, followed by Brisbane Heat with 2. As the Big Bash League moves forward, Melbourne Stars can lift their first-ever BBL title.
