Updated: 15 October 2026
The Big Bash League 2026–27 (BBL|16) squads are taking shape ahead of the new season. Below are the currently announced players for all eight clubs, along with major signings, departures and the latest premiership odds supplied on 15 October.
Squad status: These are contracted and announced players, not final match-day squads. Clubs can continue filling their lists and player availability may change. Temporary replacement players are identified separately.
BBL 2026–27 Squads: Jump to a Team
BBL 2026–27 Premiership Odds
Perth Scorchers open as favourites ahead of Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Sixers. Prices are a snapshot as at October 15th 2026, not live odds, and may change.
| Team |
Premiership odds |
| Perth Scorchers |
$4.50 |
| Hobart Hurricanes |
$5.00 |
| Sydney Sixers |
$6.00 |
| Adelaide Strikers |
$7.50 |
| Melbourne Stars |
$7.50 |
| Brisbane Heat |
$10.00 |
| Melbourne Renegades |
$10.00 |
| Sydney Thunder |
$12.00 |
BBL|16 Team Squads
Perth Scorchers
Premiership Odds: $4.50
Head coach: Adam Voges | Announced players listed: 14
- Ashton Agar
- Mahli Beardman
- Cooper Connolly
- Brody Couch
- Zak Crawley
- Joel Curtis
- Aaron Hardie
- Calvin Harrison
- Mitch Marsh
- Will Malajczuk
- Lance Morris
- Joel Paris
- Jhye Richardson
- Ashton Turner
Notable additions: Zak Crawley, Calvin Harrison and Will Malajczuk.
Departures / changes: Finn Allen (Stars), Nick Hobson (Hurricanes), Matthew Kelly (retired).
Squad outlook: The reigning champions retain a strong Australian core, but Finn Allen’s departure leaves a significant top-order question. Their favouritism is understandable, although it should not be confused with a settled best XI.
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Hobart Hurricanes
Premiership Odds: $5.00
Head coach: Jeff Vaughan | Announced players listed: 17
- Marcus Bean
- Iain Carlisle
- Nikhil Chaudhary
- Tim David
- Nathan Ellis
- Nick Hobson
- Shai Hope
- Ben McDermott
- Riley Meredith
- Mitch Owen
- Will Prestwidge
- Billy Stanlake
- Tim Ward
- Jake Weatherald
- Beau Webster
- Adam Zampa
- Rishad Hossain
Notable additions: Adam Zampa, Shai Hope, Nick Hobson; Rishad Hossain re-signed.
Departures / changes: Matthew Wade (retired), Chris Jordan (Sixers).
Squad outlook: Zampa adds proven spin quality to an already powerful group. The major issue is how the side balances its overseas and spin options, not a shortage of talent. No recognised keeper in the squad with McDermott seemingly their only option.
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Sydney Sixers
Premiership Odds: $6.00
Head coach: Matthew Mott | Announced players listed: 15
- Sean Abbott
- Joel Davies
- Ollie Davies
- Ben Dwarshuis
- Jack Edwards
- Chris Jordan
- Hayden Kerr
- Riley Kingsell
- Fergus O’Neill
- Josh Philippe
- Jake Scott
- Tim Seifert
- Lachlan Shaw
- Jordan Silk
- Steve Smith
Notable additions: Ollie Davies, Fergus O’Neill, Tim Seifert, Chris Jordan.
Departures / changes: Moises Henriques (retired), Kane Richardson (retired), Todd Murphy (Stars).
Squad outlook: The Sixers have recruited aggressively, but the retirement of Moises Henriques changes the leadership mix. Steve Smith’s availability will be worth monitoring.
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Adelaide Strikers
Premiership Odds: $7.50
Head coach: Tim Paine | Announced players listed: 12
- Alex Carey
- Mark Chapman
- Mackenzie Harvey
- Thomas Kelly
- Lloyd Pope
- Jason Sangha
- Liam Scott
- Matt Short
- Ben Stokes
- Tom Straker
- Henry Thornton
- Jerrssis Wadia
Notable additions: Ben Stokes, Mark Chapman.
Departures / changes: Jamie Overton (Stars).
Squad outlook: Stokes and Chapman add international class, but the Strikers have several spots to fill. Travis Head’s status and availability should not be assumed.
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Melbourne Stars
Premiership Odds: $7.50
Head coach: Cameron White | Announced players listed: 14
- Finn Allen
- Austin Anlezark
- Hilton Cartwright
- Sam Harper
- Liam Hatcher
- Campbell Kellaway
- Glenn Maxwell
- Tom Rogers
- Peter Siddle
- Marcus Stoinis
- Mitch Swepson
- Todd Murphy
- Jamie Overton
- Craig Overton
Notable additions: Finn Allen, Todd Murphy, Jamie Overton, Craig Overton.
Departures / changes: Tom Curran (Heat).
Squad outlook: Finn Allen could transform the batting order, while the Overton additions reshape the attack. The balance and availability of the overseas recruits remain important.
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Brisbane Heat
Premiership Odds: $10.00
Head coach: James Hopes | Announced players listed: 14
- Xavier Bartlett
- Max Bryant
- Tom Curran
- Lachlan Hearne
- Spencer Johnson
- Usman Khawaja
- Matt Kuhnemann
- Nathan McSweeney
- Michael Neser
- Matthew Renshaw
- Tim Robinson
- Callum Vidler
- Hugh Weibgen
- Jack Wildermuth
Notable additions: Tom Curran, Tim Robinson; Bevon Jacobs (temporary replacement).
Departures / changes: No major confirmed departures.
Squad outlook: The Heat have retained considerable pace depth. Curran is expected to miss the first three matches, with Bevon Jacobs named as an international replacement. Khawaja available for a full season will be an enormous boost.
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Melbourne Renegades
Premiership Odds: $10.00
Head coach: Luke Ronchi | Announced players listed: 15
- Michael Archer
- Jonny Bairstow
- Jason Behrendorff
- Michael Bracewell
- Josh Brown
- Harry Dixon
- Brendan Doggett
- Sam Elliott
- Jake Fraser-McGurk
- Caleb Jewell
- Ollie Peake
- Tom Rogers
- Callum Stow
- Will Sutherland
- Ben Manenti
Notable additions: Jonny Bairstow, Michael Bracewell, Michael Archer, Ben Manenti.
Departures / changes: Adam Zampa (Hurricanes), Tim Seifert (Sixers), Fergus O’Neill (Sixers), Andrew Tye (retired).
Squad outlook: Bairstow and Bracewell are major additions, but the departures of Zampa and Seifert leave important roles to replace. Less star power than other teams may seem them struggle.
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Sydney Thunder
Premiership Odds: $12.00
Head coach: Andrew Flintoff | Announced players listed: 12
- Cameron Bancroft
- Sam Billings
- Lockie Ferguson
- Matt Gilkes
- Chris Green
- Ryan Hadley
- Sam Konstas
- Nic Maddinson
- Aidan O’Connor
- Daniel Sams
- Tanveer Sangha
- David Warner
Notable additions: Lockie Ferguson returns after missing last season.
Departures / changes: Ollie Davies (Sixers).
Squad outlook: Warner remains the key batting figure, and Ferguson’s return strengthens the bowling. The Thunder still have substantial roster work ahead before the can challenge the contenders.
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Key BBL 2026–27 player movements
Some of the biggest off-season switches include Finn Allen joining Melbourne Stars from Perth Scorchers, Adam Zampa moving from Melbourne Renegades to Hobart Hurricanes, Tim Seifert joining Sydney Sixers from the Renegades and Tom Curran switching from Stars to Brisbane Heat. Ben Stokes has signed with Adelaide Strikers, while Jonny Bairstow has joined Melbourne Renegades.
BBL squads frequently asked questions
Are the BBL 2026–27 squads finalised?
No. Clubs are still completing their player lists ahead of BBL|16. The names above reflect announced contracts and may change with further signings, injuries and replacement arrangements.
How many players can each BBL team sign?
Clubs can fill an 18-player primary roster, with up to three overseas players. There is no longer a minimum overseas-player requirement.
Is there an overseas player draft for BBL|16?
No. Clubs can recruit overseas players directly under the updated contracting rules.
Do contracted Australian Test players play every BBL game?
Not necessarily. International duties, workload management and injuries can limit availability even when a player is contracted.
