BBL 2025-26: Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers Match 40: The final league stage match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 will determine the last team to qualify for the playoffs, as the Brisbane Heat prepare to face the Sydney Sixers at the Gabba in Brisbane on Sunday, January 18. Let's find out who will win today's match.
The Brisbane Heat have had a decent season so far in the BBL. However, they haven't been able to maintain consistent performance. Nevertheless, in the upcoming do-or-die match, Usman Khawaja's team will take the field with confidence and aim for a win to secure their place in the final four. They are currently fourth in the table, but a loss against the Sixers would eliminate them from the tournament.
The Sydney Sixers didn't have a great start to the season, as their performance was inconsistent in the early stages. However, they have made a remarkable comeback. They haven't lost a single match in their last five outings, which shows the level of confidence they are playing with, especially in the crucial final stages of the tournament, with a playoff spot on the line.
HEA vs SIX (Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers) Match Details
| Match | Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers (HEA vs SIX) |
| Series | Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 |
| Date | Sunday, 18th January 2026 |
| Time | 01:45 PM (IST) - 08:15 AM (GMT) |
HEA vs SIX The Gabba, Brisbane Pitch Report
In Match 40 of the BBL 2025-26 season at the Gabba in Brisbane, the pitch offers good pace, bounce, and carry, making it a balanced surface. It assists fast bowlers initially, and spinners also get some assistance later in the match.
The pitch starts fresh with a grass covering, providing seamers with bounce and movement, while batsmen, once settled, can score freely due to the consistent pace. Spinners get limited turn but can be effective in the middle overs; dew in night matches could make chasing easier. There is a possibility of light rain or thunderstorms with cloudy weather.
The average first-innings score in the last 11 BBL matches at this venue has been around 159-170, although scores exceeding 200 are possible on good batting days.
Who will win today's BBL match between Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers?
Aaj ka HEA vs SIX match kon jeetega: Today at the Gabba, the Sydney Sixers have a slight edge over the Brisbane Heat in BBL Match 40, having won five consecutive matches and with key players like Steven Smith in superb form.
In this crucial encounter, the Heat, currently 5th in the table, need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive, while the Sixers are looking to consolidate their position in the top four after a strong comeback. The Heat recently defeated the Hurricanes by 3 runs (160/8), but the Sixers easily chased down a target of 190 runs thanks to a magnificent century from Smith off just 42 balls.
