The Big Bash League is nearing its conclusion, with BBL|13 into its last few matches.
Much like the T20 format, this season's schedule has been fast and frenetic, taking less than two months to complete.
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Big Bash playoffs: Schedule for BBL finals series
There will be three separate playoff matches ahead of the BBL|13 final.
On Friday, January 19, the 'Qualifier' saw the two top-ranked teams – the Sydney Sixers and Brisbane Heat – face off for a spot in the final. The Sixers emerged as 39-run victors.
The third and fourth-ranked sides – the Perth Scorchers and Adelaide Strikers – will now play in the 'Knockout' on Saturday, January 20.
The victor from that match will play the Heat on Wednesday, January 24 in the 'Challenger', where the final spot in the decider will be on the line.
When is the Big Bash final? Time, date for BBL decider
The BBL|13 final is scheduled for Wednesday, January 24.
It is set to start at 7:15 pm AEDT.