The Women’s Big Bash League 2026 (WBBL|12) is set to light up the Australian summer once again, starting Thursday, October 29, 2026, with the opening clash between Melbourne Renegades Women and Sydney Thunder Women at Junction Oval, Melbourne.
As one of the world’s premier women’s T20 cricket leagues, WBBL 2026 brings together eight city-based franchises battling across 40 league matches before the knockout stage decides the champion.
This article covers the complete Women’s Big Bash League 2026 schedule, participating teams, venues, and format so you never miss a moment of the action.
Women’s Big Bash League 2026 Full Match Schedule
Below is the complete WBBL 2026 fixture list with dates, venues, and match timings (Local time refers to the host city’s time zone).
| Match | Date | Fixture | Venue | Local Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Match | Oct 29, 2026 | Melbourne Renegades Women vs Sydney Thunder Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 3:40 PM |
| 2nd Match | Oct 29, 2026 | Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 7:10 PM |
| 3rd Match | Oct 30, 2026 | Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Sixers Women | Allan Border Field, Brisbane | 6:10 PM |
| 4th Match | Oct 31, 2026 | Adelaide Strikers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women | Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide | 3:10 PM |
| 5th Match | Oct 31, 2026 | Perth Scorchers Women vs Melbourne Renegades Women | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth | 4:10 PM |
| 6th Match | Nov 1, 2026 | Sydney Thunder Women vs Brisbane Heat Women | Drummoyne Oval, Sydney | 3:40 PM |
| 7th Match | Nov 1, 2026 | Sydney Sixers Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women | Drummoyne Oval, Sydney | 7:10 PM |
| 8th Match | Nov 2, 2026 | Melbourne Stars Women vs Perth Scorchers Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 7:10 PM |
| 9th Match | Nov 4, 2026 | Hobart Hurricanes Women vs Melbourne Renegades Women | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 7:10 PM |
| 10th Match | Nov 5, 2026 | Adelaide Strikers Women vs Brisbane Heat Women | Drummoyne Oval, Sydney | 3:40 PM |
| 11th Match | Nov 5, 2026 | Sydney Thunder Women vs Perth Scorchers Women | Drummoyne Oval, Sydney | 7:10 PM |
| 12th Match | Nov 6, 2026 | Melbourne Stars Women vs Sydney Sixers Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 7:10 PM |
| 13th Match | Nov 7, 2026 | Melbourne Renegades Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 3:40 PM |
| 14th Match | Nov 7, 2026 | Brisbane Heat Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women | Allan Border Field, Brisbane | 6:10 PM |
| 15th Match | Nov 8, 2026 | Sydney Sixers Women vs Sydney Thunder Women | North Sydney Oval, Sydney | 1:40 PM |
| 16th Match | Nov 8, 2026 | Perth Scorchers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women | North Sydney Oval, Sydney | 5:10 PM |
| 17th Match | Nov 10, 2026 | Hobart Hurricanes Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 7:10 PM |
| 18th Match | Nov 11, 2026 | Perth Scorchers Women vs Sydney Thunder Women | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth | 4:10 PM |
| 19th Match | Nov 12, 2026 | Melbourne Stars Women vs Brisbane Heat Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 3:40 PM |
| 20th Match | Nov 12, 2026 | Melbourne Renegades Women vs Sydney Sixers Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 7:10 PM |
| 21st Match | Nov 14, 2026 | Hobart Hurricanes Women vs Brisbane Heat Women | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 3:40 PM |
| 22nd Match | Nov 14, 2026 | Perth Scorchers Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth | 4:10 PM |
| 23rd Match | Nov 15, 2026 | Sydney Sixers Women vs Melbourne Renegades Women | North Sydney Oval, Sydney | 11:00 AM |
| 24th Match | Nov 16, 2026 | Sydney Thunder Women vs Melbourne Stars Women | Drummoyne Oval, Sydney | 7:10 PM |
| 25th Match | Nov 17, 2026 | Adelaide Strikers Women vs Sydney Sixers Women | Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide | 6:40 PM |
| 26th Match | Nov 19, 2026 | Hobart Hurricanes Women vs Perth Scorchers Women | Allan Border Field, Brisbane | 2:40 PM |
| 27th Match | Nov 19, 2026 | Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Thunder Women | Allan Border Field, Brisbane | 6:10 PM |
| 28th Match | Nov 20, 2026 | Adelaide Strikers Women vs Melbourne Renegades Women | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 6:40 PM |
| 29th Match | Nov 21, 2026 | Hobart Hurricanes Women vs Sydney Thunder Women | Bellerive Oval, Hobart | 12:00 PM |
| 30th Match | Nov 21, 2026 | Sydney Sixers Women vs Perth Scorchers Women | North Sydney Oval, Sydney | 3:30 PM |
| 31st Match | Nov 22, 2026 | Brisbane Heat Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women | Allan Border Field, Brisbane | 2:40 PM |
| 32nd Match | Nov 22, 2026 | Melbourne Stars Women vs Melbourne Renegades Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 7:10 PM |
| 33rd Match | Nov 25, 2026 | Melbourne Renegades Women vs Brisbane Heat Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 3:40 PM |
| 34th Match | Nov 26, 2026 | Sydney Thunder Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women | North Sydney Oval, Sydney | 3:40 PM |
| 35th Match | Nov 26, 2026 | Sydney Sixers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women | North Sydney Oval, Sydney | 7:10 PM |
| 36th Match | Nov 27, 2026 | Perth Scorchers Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth | 6:10 PM |
| 37th Match | Nov 28, 2026 | Melbourne Renegades Women vs Melbourne Stars Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | 7:10 PM |
| 38th Match | Nov 28, 2026 | Sydney Thunder Women vs Sydney Sixers Women | Drummoyne Oval, Sydney | 7:10 PM |
| 39th Match | Nov 29, 2026 | Brisbane Heat Women vs Perth Scorchers Women | Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide | 11:30 AM |
| 40th Match | Nov 29, 2026 | Adelaide Strikers Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women | Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide | 3:00 PM |
Women’s Big Bash League 2026 Playoffs Schedule
The top four teams from the league stage advance to the WBBL 2026 playoffs:
| Stage | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Knockout (3rd vs 4th) | Tuesday, December 1, 2026 | TBC |
| Challenger (Loser of Knockout’s opponent) | Thursday, December 3, 2026 | TBC |
| Final | Saturday, December 5, 2026 | TBC |
Women’s Big Bash League 2026: Key Details
The Women’s Big Bash League 2026 features eight teams competing in Australia’s premier women’s T20 competition.
Check the tournament’s key details, including dates, format, participating teams, venues, and the latest updates in one place.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament Name | Women’s Big Bash League 2026 (WBBL |
| Format | Twenty20 (T20) |
| Total Teams | 8 |
| Total League Matches | 40 |
| Tournament Start Date | Thursday, October 29, 2026 |
| Knockout | Tuesday, December 1, 2026 |
| Challenger | Thursday, December 3, 2026 |
| Final | Saturday, December 5, 2026 |
| Host Country | Australia |
Women’s Big Bash League 2026 Teams List
Eight franchises will compete for the WBBL 2026 title, representing cities across Australia:
- Adelaide Strikers Women
- Brisbane Heat Women
- Hobart Hurricanes Women
- Melbourne Renegades Women
- Melbourne Stars Women
- Perth Scorchers Women
- Sydney Sixers Women
- Sydney Thunder Women
WBBL 2026 Squads: What Fans Should Know
Official Women’s Big Bash League 2026 squads are typically confirmed closer to the season through the player draft, retention announcements, and the overseas marquee signing window, so full playing XI lists for WBBL|12 have not yet been locked in at this stage.
Each franchise usually blends:
- Retained domestic stars who have represented the club in previous seasons
- New signings picked up through the WBBL player draft
- Overseas marquee players, with each club allowed a set number of international recruits
- Local replacement players added during the season for injuries or availability gaps
Fans wanting the most accurate, up-to-date WBBL 2026 squad list for each team should check the official Cricket Australia and BigBash.com.au squad pages once the pre-season draft and marquee announcements are finalized.
Women’s Big Bash League 2026 Venues
WBBL 2026 matches will be played across major cricket grounds in Australia, including:
- Junction Oval, Melbourne
- Allan Border Field, Brisbane
- Karen Rolton Oval & Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
- W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth
- Drummoyne Oval & North Sydney Oval, Sydney
- Bellerive Oval, Hobart
- The top-ranked team at the end of the league stage directly qualifies for the Final.
- The Knockout is contested between the teams finishing 3rd and 4th.
- The winner of the Knockout faces the 2nd-placed team in the Challenger for the second Final spot.
How to Watch Women’s Big Bash League 2026
WBBL 2026 matches are broadcast across Australian television and streaming platforms, with international coverage available through regional cricket broadcasters and Cricket Australia’s official digital channels.
Exact broadcast partners and streaming details are usually confirmed closer to the tournament’s start date.
Conclusion
The Women’s Big Bash League 2026 promises 40 action-packed league matches followed by a thrilling knockout, challenger, and final stage, running from October 29 to December 5, 2026.
With eight competitive franchises, iconic venues across Australia, and squads set to be finalized through the draft and marquee signings, WBBL|12 is shaping up to be another unmissable season of women’s T20 cricket.
Bookmark this schedule and stay tuned for squad updates as the tournament approaches.