BBL 2025-26 Qualifier: Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers Match: The Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 Qualifier match between Perth Scorchers (SCO) and Sydney Sixers (SIX) will be played on Tuesday, January 20th at Perth Stadium. Let's find out who will win today's BBL Qualifier match?
Perth Scorchers finished as table-toppers with seven wins from ten matches. They had already faced Sydney Sixers in the league stage and emerged victorious. Now, Perth will be looking to replicate that performance, win the Qualifier, secure a direct spot in the final, and cap off a highly successful season.
Sydney Sixers finished second in the league stage with six wins from ten matches. Despite a mixed performance, they finished strongly, with their experienced players stepping up in crucial moments. The Sixers will be eager to win the Qualifier and book their place in the final.
SCO vs SIX (Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers) Match Details
| Match | Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers (SCO vs SIX) |
| Series | Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 |
| Date | Tuesday, 20th January 2026 |
| Time | 02:00 PM (IST) - 08:30 AM (GMT) |
SCO vs SIX Perth Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Perth Stadium, where the BBL Qualifier 1 between Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers will be played today, is considered helpful for fast bowlers. The pitch offers pace and bounce, making batting difficult initially due to the large boundaries. Of the 49 T20 matches played at this venue, 26 have been won by the team batting second, giving them a slight advantage. The average first-innings score this season is expected to be around 150-170.
The surface provides true bounce, in keeping with the WACA tradition, assisting fast bowlers early on, while allowing set batsmen to play their shots later in the innings. Spinners get average turn, but the pace and carry for the fast bowlers tend to dominate. This season, the average first-innings total has been around 130-160.
Who will win today's BBL match between Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers?
Aaj ka SCO vs SIX match kon jeetega: The Perth Scorchers are the favorites in today's BBL Qualifier 1 against the Sydney Sixers at Perth Stadium, thanks to their top-of-the-table finish, home-ground advantage, and their previous victory against the Sixers in the league stage. The Sydney Sixers are also strong contenders due to their good recent form and batting depth, but the Scorchers' superior head-to-head record gives them the edge.
The Perth Scorchers topped the table with 7 wins from 10 league matches, and their home record has been exceptional. The Sydney Sixers finished second with 6 wins from 10 matches, demonstrating their strength in the playoffs. Both teams possess experienced players who perform well in high-pressure matches.
Predictions are varied, with some experts favoring the Sixers due to their composure, but the venue and current form favor the Scorchers. A close contest is expected, given the history of tight matches between the two teams.
