Youi back the Thunder Nation

In addition to the League partnership, Youi will also be supporting the Brisbane Heat, Hobart Hurricanes, Melbourne Renegades and Melbourne Stars. 

Built around Youi’s belief that cricket is made by fans, the partnership will celebrate the passion, energy and excitement fans bring to the Big Bash Leagues across the summer. 

The Youi brand will feature proudly on Thunder’s playing kit across the KFC BBL|16 season. The partnership will also come to life through match day and community activities across Weber WBBL|12 and BBL|16. 

Sydney Thunder General Manager, Trent Copeland, said: 

“We’re thrilled to welcome Youi to the Thunder Nation. Creating memorable experiences and building communities is at the heart of everything we do, so it’s fantastic to partner with a brand that shares our passion for celebrating the people who make cricket so special. 

“We’re really excited to work with Youi to recognise and celebrate those people throughout the summer and continue building that connection between our players, fans and the wider community.” 

Youi Chief Marketing Officer Angela Greenwood said the partnership reflected Youi’s commitment to recognising the people and communities behind Australian sport. 

"We’re incredibly proud to partner with Cricket Australia and become an Official Partner of WBBL and BBL, while supporting five clubs from the elite-level through to grassroots across the country. 

“At Youi, we believe sport is made by fans. Their passion, loyalty and energy create the moments and atmosphere that make sport memorable, and cricket is no exception.

“The Big Bash format brings families, friends and communities together throughout the Australian summer. This partnership will celebrate and engage fans, communities, and volunteers who are the lifeblood of community cricket across the country. 

“We’re excited to partner with the Big Bash Leagues and the clubs to shine a spotlight on the people in our communities who make the game what it is today.” 

Thunder’s WBBL|12 campaign kicks off on Thursday, October 29 in Melbourne before their first home game at Drummoyne Oval on Sunday, November 1.  

The club’s BBL|16 season begins in Canberra on December 16, before returning to ENGIE Stadium for the highly anticipated Sydney Smash presented by Return and Earn on December 19. 

Sydney Thunder WBBL|12 Home Fixtures

Sunday, November 1 | Sydney Thunder v Brisbane Heat   
Drummoyne Oval (NSW), 3:40 PM (AEDT)    
Seven, 7plus, Foxtel, Kayo

Thursday, November 5 | Sydney Thunder v Perth Scorchers   
Drummoyne Oval (NSW) 7:10 PM (AEDT)    
Seven, 7plus, Foxtel, Kayo

Monday, November 16 | Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Stars   
Drummoyne Oval (NSW) 7:10 PM(AEDT)    
Foxtel, Kayo   

Saturday, November 28 | Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers   
Drummoyne Oval (NSW) 7:10 PM(AEDT)    
Foxtel, Kayo 

Sydney Thunder WBBL|12 Squad 

Head Coach: Lisa Keightley  
Contracted Players:  
Jemma Barsby, Sam Bates, Lauren Bell (INT). Hannah Darlington, Nadine de Klerk (INT), Lucy Finn, Hasrat Gill, Nicola Hancock, Laura Harris, Heather Knight (INT), Anika Learoyd, Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson   

Sydney Thunder BBL|16 Home Schedule:  

Wednesday, December 16 | Sydney Thunder v Adelaide Strikers    
Corroboree Group Oval, Manuka (ACT) 7:15 PM (AEDT) 

Saturday, December 19 | Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers    
ENGIE Stadium (NSW) 7:15 PM (AEDT) 

Sunday, December 27 | Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Renegades    
ENGIE Stadium (NSW) 7:15 PM (AEDT)  

Saturday, January 2 | Sydney Thunder v Perth Scorchers    
ENGIE Stadium (NSW) 7:15 PM (AEDT)   

Monday, January 11 | Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Stars   
Corroboree Group Oval, Manuka (ACT) 7:15 PM (AEDT)   

Sydney Thunder BBL|16 Squad

Head Coach: Andrew Flintoff  
Contracted Players:  
Cameron Bancroft, Trent Boult (NZ), Sam Billings (ENG), Chris Green, Lockie Ferguson (NZ), Ryan Hadley, Sam Konstas, Matthew Gilkes, Nic Maddinson, Aidan O’Connor, Daniel Sams, Will Salzmann, Tanveer Sangha, David Warner 

ENDS