After a competitive league stage over 56 matches in BBL 09, Hobart Hurricanes, Sydney Thunder, Melbourne Stars and Sydney Sixers are the final four teams to make it to the knockouts. The knockout fixtures also have been decided with Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Thunder to face off on Thursday in the Eliminator and Melbourne Starts and Sydney Sixers playing out the Qualifier on Friday. Meanwhile, Adelaide Strikers are awaiting to play the winner of the Qualifier in the knockout game in Adelaide on