"Momentum is with us": Mind games ahead of Strikers semi

Sydney Thunder coach Paddy Upton says all the pressure is on the table-topping Adelaide Strikers in tonight’s Big Bash League semi-final.

League boss plots big send-off for Big Bash

Big Bash chief Anthony Everard is hoping this week shows just how big the league has become in its breakthrough season.

Chris Gayle marks his phenomenal half century off 12 balls. Photo: Mal Fairclough, AAP.

Gayle force not enough to blow away Strikers

Chris Gayle saved his best for last with his stunning half-century off just 12 balls on Monday night equalling the fastest-ever 50 in the history of Twenty20 cricket.

Striker Rashid a double edged sword for home crowd

Adil Rashid’s sublime legspin has dazzled BBL crowds but they might not be cheering when the World T20 comes around.

Epic finish books home final for Strikers

Jake Lehmann has belted a six over long-off from the final ball of the match to secure Adelaide Strikers a nail-biting BBL win over Hobart Hurricanes.

Coulter-Nile's Test call-up on ice after injury against Strikers

Nathan Coulter-Nile’s dream of an Australian Test cap on Boxing Day appears over after dislocating his shoulder during the Perth Scorchers’ Big Bash League loss to the Adelaide Strikers.