Babar Azams BBL Entry Sparks ‘Babaristan’ Craze Among Fans

Babar Azam has announced his entry to the Big Bash League. Playing for the Sydney Sixers, Babar will be eager to determine his worth to the team with his performances. He will be playing for the first time in the BBL.

This time the Big Bash League will be more intense for the fans than it ever was. Babar Azam will be playing his first ever Big Bash League edition, with the tournament starting from 14 December. Playing for Sydney Sixers, Azam will be eager to make the first season also his best in the tournament.

The official Instagram page of Sydney Sixers for the same. Babar Azam called out all of his fans to Babaristan, in order to support him and his team in the BBL. The video has received immense support from the Pakistani fans, as they wait to see Babar Azam play for the team in the tournament.

1. Azam Joins Smith

Babar Azam will be playing in the Big Bash League for Sydney Sixers. This team already has an Australian legend, who will be opening the innings along with him. And it is Steven Smith. Watching Smith and Babar together will be a treat for the fans all around the world, as both are known to be the best performers for their international sides.

Babar Azam in T20s:

• Innings: 309
• Not Out: 46
• Runs: 11330
• Average: 43.07
• Strike Rate: 129.33
• 100s: 11
• 50s: 93

Fans wait to see Steven Smith opening the team's innings with Babar Azam. Smith, being familiar with the Australian conditions, will be able to help Babar Azam to quickly adapt with the same. Moreover, Steven Smith has been a part of the Sydney Sixers since the start of the tournament, allowing him to create a synergy among the teammates.

Steven Smith in BBL:

• Innings: 33
• Not Out: 7
• Runs: 1199
• Average: 46.11
• Strike Rate: 147.11
• 100s: 3
• 50s: 8

With Smith having heroic numbers for the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League, he will be eager to perform well in the upcoming season. At the same time, he will also get the required assistance from Babar Azam, who is set to be his opening partner for the tournament. Babaristan will not just be showering their support on Azam; they will also be eager to have Smith perform well along with him.

2. Sydney Sixers Schedule

Babaristan should be aware of the matches which will be played by the Sydney Sixers. Fans will be very excited to know that the new edition of the Big Bash League will begin with the Sydney Sixers playing in the tournament opener. This allows the fans to watch Babar Azam make his historic debut in the BBL and make it worth the wait.

Sydney Sixers Schedule in the BBL 2025/26:

• 14 December 2025, 1:45 PM: Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers, Perth
• 17 December 2025, 1:45 PM, Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers, Sydney
• 20 December 2025, 1:45 PM: Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers, Sydney
• 26 December 2025, 12:35 PM: Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars, Sydney
• 1 January 2026, 10:30 AM: Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers, Melbourne
• 5 January 2026, 1:45 PM: Sydney Sixers vs Brisbane Heat, Coffs Harbour
• 8 January 2026, 1:45 PM: Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Sixers, Melbourne
• 11 January 2026, 8:35 AM: Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes, Sydney
• 16 January 2026, 1:45 PM: Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder, Sydney
• 18 January 2026, 1:45 PM: Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers, Brisbane

If Sydney Sixers make it to the Qualifiers, it will be a treat for Babaristan, and also make his first season in the Big Bash League memorable. The team has already showcased its dominance in BBL history, and now gets another big name added to its squad for the upcoming season.