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Greater Stars, Greater Matches

The Format: Quick, Fierce & Festive

• Qualifier: 1st vs 2nd
• Knockout: third vs 4th
• Challenger: Loser of Qualifier vs Winner of Knockout
• Closing: January 25

Basic Clashes and Should-Watch Venues

The long-lasting rivalries return too:

• The Sydney Smash (Sixers vs Thunder) on the SCG and ENGIE Stadium
• The Melbourne Derby (Stars vs Renegades) on the MCG and Marvel Stadium

🏏 Key Dates to Circle

• Dec 14: Opening Evening – Scorchers vs Sixers, Optus Stadium
• Dec 26: Boxing Day BBL Doubleheader – Sixers vs Stars (SCG), Scorchers vs Hurricanes (Optus)
• Jan 1: New Yr’s Day Showdowns – Renegades vs Sixers, Hurricanes vs Scorchers
• Jan 25: The Closing – Venue TBA, however the fireworks are assured.