The Sydney Thunder enter the BBL 2025-26 (Season 15) with a refreshed squad, new energy, and a powerful mix of batting depth, all-round options, and an elite bowling attack. With the tournament running from 14 December 2025 to 25 January 2026, the Thunder are aiming for a strong comeback season under experienced leadership and a revamped core.
Featuring players like David Warner, Sam Billings, Shadab Khan, Lockie Ferguson, Daniel Sams, Tanveer Sangha, and the latest comeback story Nic Maddinson, the team looks well-balanced with experience, youth, and inspirational returns.
Sydney Thunder (ST) – Full Squad for BBL 2025-26
The Thunder squad features power hitters, all-round versatility, world-class pacers, and reliable spinners. Here is the complete updated team list for Season 15.
Sydney Thunder Squad 2025-26 (Complete List)
Batters
- Oliver Davies – Aggressive young batter
- Blake Nikitaras – Technically solid top-order player
- David Warner – Veteran opener & match-winner
- Nic Maddinson – Returns after cancer treatment; powerful top-order left-hander
All-Rounders
- Sam Konstas – Promising batting all-rounder
- Chris Green – Experienced captaincy material & spin all-rounder
- Shadab Khan – Premium all-rounder, quality spin + power-hitting
- Aidan O’Connor – Bowling all-round option
- Daniel Sams – Hard-hitting finisher + strike bowler
Wicketkeepers
- Cameron Bancroft – WK-opener
- Sam Billings – Explosive English wicketkeeper
- Matthew Gilkes – Backup keeper & left-hand batter
Bowlers
- Tom Andrews – Spin option
- Wes Agar – Tall and quick pacer
- Lockie Ferguson – Express pacer with 150+ km/h delivery
- Ryan Hadley – Young pace option
- Nathan McAndrew – Reliable medium-fast bowler
- Tanveer Sangha – Top-quality leg-spinner
This balanced combination gives Thunder firepower in both batting and bowling departments, further strengthened by Maddinson’s inspirational return.
Sydney Thunder BBL 2025-26 Full Schedule
The Thunder will play 10 league matches across major Australian venues. Below is their complete fixture list for Season 15.
Sydney Thunder 2025-26 Fixtures
| Match No. | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (Local / IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 16 Dec | Hobart Hurricanes | Hobart (Ninja Stadium) | 7:15 PM / 1:45 PM IST |
| 7 | 20 Dec | Sydney Sixers | Sydney Showground Stadium | 7:15 PM / 1:45 PM IST |
| 9 | 22 Dec | Brisbane Heat | Manuka Oval, Canberra | 7:15 PM / 1:45 PM IST |
| 14 | 28 Dec | Melbourne Stars | Canberra | 7:15 PM / 1:45 PM IST |
| 16 | 30 Dec | Perth Scorchers | Sydney Showground Stadium | 7:15 PM / 1:45 PM IST |
| 21 | 3 Jan | Hobart Hurricanes | Sydney Showground Stadium | 7:15 PM / 1:45 PM IST |
| 25 | 6 Jan | Adelaide Strikers | Adelaide Oval | 6:45 PM / 1:45 PM IST |
| 29 | 10 Jan | Brisbane Heat | Brisbane | 3:00 PM / 10:30 AM IST |
| 33 | 12 Jan | Melbourne Renegades | Sydney Showground Stadium | 7:15 PM / 1:45 PM IST |
| 37 | 16 Jan | Sydney Sixers | SCG | 7:15 PM / 1:45 PM IST |
If Thunder qualify for playoffs:
- Qualifier: 20 January
- Knockout: 21 January
- Challenger: 23 January
- Final: 25 January
Sydney Thunder – Venues for BBL 2025-26
| Home Venue | City |
|---|---|
| Sydney Showground Stadium | Sydney |
| Manuka Oval | Canberra |
Both grounds offer batting-friendly conditions and often help spinners in the second innings.
Sydney Thunder 2025-26 – Squad Strengths & Season Outlook
Key Strengths
- Inspirational comeback: Nic Maddinson’s return boosts morale and top-order stability
- Explosive batting: Warner, Davies, Billings, Maddinson
- World-class all-rounders: Shadab Khan, Chris Green, Daniel Sams
- Excellent pace attack: Ferguson, Agar, McAndrew
- High-quality spin options: Sangha, Shadab, Andrews
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent top order in past seasons (now strengthened with Maddinson)
- Over-dependence on Warner and Sams in pressure moments
Season Prediction
With renewed balance, stronger batting depth, and Maddinson’s emotional return, Thunder have a realistic chance to:
- Finish inside the Top 4
- Compete strongly for the Challenger
- Fight for a place in the BBL Final if key players fire
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Conclusion
The Sydney Thunder (ST) look geared up for a competitive and entertaining season in BBL 2025-26. With a powerful squad, dynamic all-rounders, Maddinson’s inspiring comeback, and a pace attack that can trouble any batting lineup, they enter Season 15 with high expectations. Fans can look forward to thrilling matches, home advantage at Showground Stadium, and some explosive T20 performances.
