The Big Bash League is back for another season and it’s going to be huge! Australian cricket’s summer party starts in December and runs right into January. Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis are ready along with overseas stars. They will light up the grounds this season.
If you’re wondering how to catch all the action from India then you’re in the right place. Here’s everything you need to know about watching BBL 2025-26.
Where To Watch BBL 2025-26 Live On TV In India?
Your regular cricket dose is sorted. Just switch to Star Sports 2 or Star Sports 2 HD. Coverage begins with the first match. It goes all the way to the final.
- TV Channels: Star Sports 2 and Star Sports 2 HD
- Language: English
- Coverage: Every match
Where To Stream BBL 2025-26 Live Online In India?
If you’re more of a phone-and-laptop person, then JioHotstar has got you covered. Stream matches while traveling or at work breaks.
- Streaming Platform: JioHotstar
- Works on: Phone, laptop, smart TV
- What you need: A premium subscription
BBL 2025-26 Match Timings In India (IST)
BBL matches are perfectly timed for Indian audiences. You can watch during lunch breaks or afternoons.
- Early afternoon games: Around 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM IST
- Evening games: Around 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM IST
BBL 2025-26 Full Match Schedule (With IST Timings)
Here is the complete BBL 2025-26 match schedule with Indian timings:
| Date | Teams | Time (IST) | Local Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, 14 Dec | Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers | 1:45 PM | 4:15 PM |
| Mon, 15 Dec | Melbourne Renegades vs Brisbane Heat | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Tue, 16 Dec | Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Wed, 17 Dec | Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Thu, 18 Dec | Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Fri, 19 Dec | Brisbane Heat vs Perth Scorchers | 1:45 PM | 6:15 PM |
| Sat, 20 Dec | Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Sun, 21 Dec | Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Mon, 22 Dec | Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Tue, 23 Dec | Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars | 1:45 PM | 6:45 PM |
| Fri, 26 Dec | Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars | 12:35 PM | 6:05 PM |
| Fri, 26 Dec | Perth Scorchers vs Hobart Hurricanes | 3:45 PM | 6:15 PM |
| Sat, 27 Dec | Brisbane Heat vs Adelaide Strikers | 1:45 PM | 6:15 PM |
| Sun, 28 Dec | Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Mon, 29 Dec | Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Renegades | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Tue, 30 Dec | Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Wed, 31 Dec | Adelaide Strikers vs Brisbane Heat | 1:45 PM | 6:45 PM |
| Thu, 01 Jan | Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers | 10:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Thu, 01 Jan | Hobart Hurricanes vs Perth Scorchers | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Fri, 02 Jan | Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars | 1:45 PM | 6:15 PM |
| Sat, 03 Jan | Sydney Thunder vs Hobart Hurricanes | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Sun, 04 Jan | Melbourne Stars vs Melbourne Renegades | 12:35 PM | 6:05 PM |
| Sun, 04 Jan | Perth Scorchers vs Adelaide Strikers | 3:45 PM | 6:15 PM |
| Mon, 05 Jan | Sydney Sixers vs Brisbane Heat | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Tue, 06 Jan | Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Thunder | 1:45 PM | 6:45 PM |
| Wed, 07 Jan | Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades | 1:45 PM | 4:15 PM |
| Thu, 08 Jan | Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Sixers | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Fri, 09 Jan | Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Sat, 10 Jan | Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Thunder | 10:30 AM | 3:00 PM |
| Sat, 10 Jan | Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Sun, 11 Jan | Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes | 8:35 AM | 2:05 PM |
| Sun, 11 Jan | Adelaide Strikers vs Perth Scorchers | 1:45 PM | 6:45 PM |
| Mon, 12 Jan | Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Renegades | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Tue, 13 Jan | Melbourne Stars vs Adelaide Strikers | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Wed, 14 Jan | Hobart Hurricanes vs Brisbane Heat | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Thu, 15 Jan | Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Fri, 16 Jan | Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder | 1:45 PM | 7:15 PM |
| Sat, 17 Jan | Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Renegades | 11:30 AM | 4:30 PM |
| Sat, 17 Jan | Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Stars | 2:45 PM | 5:15 PM |
| Sun, 18 Jan | Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers | 1:45 PM | 6:15 PM |
| Tue, 20 Jan | TBA vs TBA | TBD | TBD |
| Wed, 21 Jan | TBA vs TBA | TBD | TBD |
| Fri, 23 Jan | TBA vs TBA | TBD | TBD |
| Sun, 25 Jan | TBA vs TBA | TBD | TBD |
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Conclusion: Watch BBL In India On Star Sports And JioHotstar
BBL has become a global cricket festival that fits perfectly into Indian afternoons. Star Sports handles the TV side and JioHotstar takes care of streaming. You won’t miss a single six or wicket.
The tournament brings together the best of Australian cricket culture with international flair. Maxwell’s switch hits and Rashid Khan’s googlies are waiting. There’s something for every cricket lover.
Mark your calendars and clear those afternoon schedules. The Big Bash is calling!
FAQs
It will be live on Star Sports 2 and Star Sports 2 HD channels.
JioHotstar will stream all matches live.
Most matches start between 12:30 PM and 5:00 PM IST.
You need a JioHotstar Premium plan to stream matches.
