David Warner ponders quitting T20Is to prolong career

After 61 matches over two months, the Sydney Sixers came out as champions. Here's ESPNcricinfo's team of the tournament

The tournament has suffered some growing pains having become the most sought-after domestic league in Australia

He showed a new level of maturity, typified by his innings in the final when, despite the pressure of the occasion, he did not throw his wicket away

He said Melbourne Stars' defeat this year hurt more than their shock collapse against the Renegades last season

The hosts completed a handsome 19-run win as the Stars' wait for the crown continued

This time, they had a second chance the set the record right, but faltered again

Captain Henriques has lauded a season of growth for his team whatever happens in the Saturday final

Heavy rain is forecast in Sydney on Saturday which could force the abandonment of the BBL final

The Melbourne Stars batsman previously played two games for Ireland in 2014 before committing to the Australian scene

A change in approach and finals pressure worked beautifully in concert for Stars, allowing them to squeeze Thunder into defeat

The Thunder's two overseas players have hit form at the right to aid a push through the BBL finals

The fundraising match will now be played as a double-header with the Australia-England T20I