Sixers won the toss and elected to bowl first

By Correspondent On Jan 20, 2026

Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL Qualifier Today Cricket Match Live Score: The fiercest rivalry in Big Bash League history takes centre stage once again as the Perth Scorchers welcome the Sydney Sixers for the BBL 2025-26 Qualifier.

With a straight entry into Sunday’s Grand Final up for grabs, Perth Stadium is set to host a blockbuster clash between the league’s two most successful sides, who have combined for eight BBL titles.

Much of the spotlight will be on Babar Azam, as the Sydney Sixers star looks to answer questions around his strike rate and step up with a defining knock when the stakes are at their highest.

Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL Qualifier: Where to Watch Live Streaming

Fans in India can watch the Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers Qualifier live on the JioHotstar app and website. The match will also be telecast on the Star Sports Network from 2:00 PM IST (4:30 PM local time) on January 20, 2026.

Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL Qualifier: Squads

Sydney Sixers: Babar Azam, Steven Smith, Josh Philippe(w), Moises Henriques(c), Lachlan Shaw, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Ben Manenti, Daniel Hughes, Hayden Kerr

Perth Scorchers: Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen, Cooper Connolly, Josh Inglis(w), Aaron Hardie, Ashton Turner(c), Laurie Evans, Jhye Richardson, Luke Holt, David Payne, Mahli Beardman, Nick Hobson, Brody Couch, Sam Fanning

Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers BBL Qualifier: Weather and Pitch Report

Forecasters are tipping a maximum of 39°C. It’s going to be sweltering for the afternoon build-up, and while it will dip slightly as the sun goes down, the heat will linger well into the first innings. Expect clear, sunny skies for the most part. There have been some mentions of “partial cloud” and a slight chance of evening drizzles, but nothing that should seriously threaten a delay.

Expect significant carry and steep bounce. The Scorchers’ pace attack led by Jhye Richardson and the young fireball Mahli Beardman will look to exploit this early with the new ball.