KEY POINTS
- Babar Azam will wear 056 instead of his usual 56 for the BBL 15.
- Mitchell Starc retains his 56, while the Sixers create a visual distinction for the two stars.
- BBL 15 promises a thrilling season with Pakistani players like Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mohammad Rizwan.
ISLAMABAD: The Sydney Sixers have added a fresh twist to Babar Azam’s jersey number ahead of the 15th edition of the Big Bash League (BBL), fuelling excitement among fans.
The franchise revealed that the star Pakistan batter, known for wearing number 56, will now sport a unique variation, 056, for the upcoming season.
Fun Twist to a Famous Number
In a creative move, the Sixers decided to add an extra layer of style to the jersey numbers of Babar Azam and Australian pacer Mitchell Starc, both of whom have become synonymous with the number 56.
While Starc will retain his classic 56, Babar will wear 056 this season to distinguish the two high-profile players.
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The franchise framed this as a playful and fashionable way to highlight the shared number while giving fans a distinctive visual identity for the two cricket stars.
High Hopes for BBL 15
This season of the BBL, scheduled from December 14, 2025, to January 25, 2026, promises to be one of the most exciting yet, with 44 matches played mainly in prime-time evening slots.
The revamped schedule, along with an increase in international players, is expected to draw strong global viewership, especially with the notable influx of Pakistani talent.
Along with Babar, fellow Pakistani cricket stars such as Shaheen Shah Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan, Hassan Khan, Haris Rauf, Shadab Khan, and Hasan Ali will also be taking part, adding a dynamic flair to the competition.
Thrilling Finale Awaits
The 2025-26 BBL will retain its four-match finals structure, with the Qualifier set for January 20, culminating in the Grand Final on January 25.
With Babar Azam’s entry and his eye-catching jersey reveal, the stage is set for a thrilling season that promises to deliver both on and off the field.
