Perth Scorchers remarkably closed Major League Soccer 2025-26 campaigns by defeating Sydney Sixers He won his record sixth BBL title in front of a packed home crowd with six wickets in the final at Perth Stadium.
After winning the toss and dominating the trophy, the Scorchers’ decision paid rich dividends as their bowlers produced a disciplined and relentless performance to restrict the Sixers to a below-par level.
Perth Scorchers bowlers stifled Sydney Sixers after a fast start
Sydney showed early intent with the Sixers Steve Smith Hitting 24 off 13 balls provides a brief boost at the top. However, regular wickets prevented the visitors from forming any meaningful partnerships. Daniel Hughes went cheap Josh Philippe and Moises Henriques struggled to get up to speed despite spending time at the crease.
The middle overs proved crucial as Perth’s bowlers tightened the screws. David Payne was outstanding, picking up three wickets for just 18 runs Jhye Richardson although he overstepped some boundaries, he matched it with three important scalps. Little Mahli Beardman impressed with two wickets on the big stage and ensured the Sixers never really recovered.
Despite the small contributions Joel Davies (19 off 14) and Lachlan Shaw (12 off 14), the Sixers hit 132 for exactly 20 – a total that always looks light on a good batting surface.
Quiet pursuit led by Mitchell Marsh and Finn Allen
Chasing 133 for the title, Perth Scorchers approached the target with coolness rather than haste. Find Allen gave an early boost by smashing 36 off 22 balls to keep the required momentum in check. At the other end, Mitchell Marsh anchored the innings with 44 off 43 deliveries, combining well-timed aggression with caution.
Although Aaron Hardie fell fast Josh English ensured no hiccups of late. His fluent 26 off 29 balls kept Perth firmly in control, even as the Sixers tried to claw back with wickets. Sean Abbott and Mitchell Starc. The chase ended in 17.3 overs, securing a comfortable six-wicket victory and sparking celebrations at Perth Stadium.
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Here’s how the fans reacted:
PROFIT OF PERTH 🧡
Perth Scorchers became BBL champions for a record sixth time 🏆 #BBL15 pic.twitter.com/ncqChsq9Ay
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 25, 2026
🚨 PERTH SCOTCHERS MAKE HISTORY 🚨
– Perth Scorchers became the first team in League Cricket History to win 6 Trophies. 😱 pic.twitter.com/BqHYqPS6qX
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) January 25, 2026
Six times champion 🏆🔥
Perth Scorchers conquer the BBL|15 final, edging out Sydney Sixers and adding a record 6th BBL title to their legacy.
Pure dominance, pure Scorchers 💛🖤#BBLFinal #BBL15 pic.twitter.com/rnXpPt9z11— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 25, 2026
🚨 PERTH SCORCHERS WON THE BBL FOR THE 6TH TIME IN HISTORY. 🚨
– Captain Mitchell Marsh won the BBL ahead of the T20 World Cup.
pic.twitter.com/1hiYEaLUMM— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 25, 2026
Perth Scorchers in BBL History:
Champions of 2014
Champions of 2015
Champions 2017
Champions in 2022
Champions 2023
Champions 2026Perth Scorchers are Champions for 6th time in BBL history. 🏆🔥
What a team! 🫡#PerthScorchers #BBL15 #BBL2026 #BBLFinal pic.twitter.com/fIiPntlTNf
— Sabir Zafar (@Sabir_Saabu01) January 25, 2026
Perth scorchers win sixth BBL final…
Which is a record #BBLFinal pic.twitter.com/IABieOnGsU— Anuj Yadav (@Anujyav) January 25, 2026
ONE FOR PERTH!
Perth Scorchers won the Big Bash League for a record time #BBL15 title by beating the Sydney Sixers by six wickets at Perth Stadium on Sunday. #BBLFinal pic.twitter.com/5ash2N6q3b
— Siva Pspk 💫 (@sivatadi01) January 25, 2026
🚨 PERTH SCORCHERS are the winners #BBL15
🧡This is their 6th BBL TITLE🖤 pic.twitter.com/2ZpZdw1Vwt
— single (@thalafanboyy) January 25, 2026
Perth Scorchers BBL Champions Again 🔥
— Sagar Mhatre (@MhatreGang) January 25, 2026
Another title for Perth Scorchers. My only team is consistent in winning titles rather than giving heartbreaks
The best bowling teams who won the tournament 🫡🏆🏆 #BBL
— Shubh Agarwal (@shubh_chintak) January 25, 2026
Perth scorchers are MI of BBL and Sydney Sixers are CSK
— Hitesh Raj (@HiteshRaj2263) January 25, 2026
Perth Scorchers, Big Bash Champions:
🏆 BBL|03
🏆 BBL|04
🏆 BBL|06
🏆 BBL|11
🏆 BBL|12
🏆 BBL|15#BBL15 #Perth #Turned on— Zeus_Cricket 🠠⚫️🟠⚫️🟠⚫️ (@Zeus_Cricket) January 25, 2026
I knew Perth Scorchers would win. Always a favorite BBL franchise since Shaun Marsh has been used regularly for them
— Sukhman (@Superman_Sandhu) January 25, 2026
Finn Allen in BBL for Perth Scorchers
– 466 runs @ 42.36, highest run-getter of the tournament with 184 runs
– Most sixes in an innings in a BBL season (38)Steal at 2 CR by KKR 💥 pic.twitter.com/d8su4INnSQ
— usual. (@HurricaneRana_27) January 25, 2026
Perth Scorchers are truly a gun T20 team..simply unstoppable @BBL
— Param (@param22twit) January 25, 2026
It seems the Perth scorchers are playing on a different pitch now.#BBL15
— Silly Mid On (@IrfiLuck) January 25, 2026
6th BBL Title for Perth Scorchers
— ^ (@TheBull_02) January 25, 2026
Perth Scorchers CHAMPIONS Big Bash League 2025-26 #BBL15 #BBLFinal @BBL
— Mohsin (@MOHSINMUZAFFAR) January 25, 2026
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