ABL 2025/26 Championship Series – Game 1 Comes to Blacktown

The 2025/26 ABL Championship Series gets underway on 23 January 2026, with Game 1 set to be played at Blacktown International Sportspark. It is the opening night of Australian baseball’s biggest series and a moment that carries plenty of meaning for the league, the teams, and the wider baseball community.

This best-of-three Championship Series brings together the top two teams from the regular season, with Sydney Blue Sox hosting the Adelaide Giants. Every pitch matters from the first inning, as the race to become the Australian Baseball League champion officially begins.

A milestone moment for Sydney baseball

Game 1 marks the first time in franchise history that the Sydney Blue Sox will host an ABL Championship Series game in Sydney. For long-time fans and those newer to the sport, this is a significant step forward for baseball in New South Wales and a clear sign of how the game continues to grow locally.

Blacktown International Sportspark has become a home for elite baseball in Australia, and Championship Series baseball adds another layer to its story. Expect a strong crowd, a genuine finals atmosphere, and a night that feels important from the moment the teams take the field.

What the Championship Series format means

For those new to the ABL, the Championship Series is played as a best-of-three.

• Game 1: Friday, 23 January 2026
• Game 2: Saturday, 24 January 2026
• Game 3: Only played if required

Each game stands on its own. Momentum can shift quickly, which is why opening night is so important. A strong start can set the tone for the entire series.

Tickets and important information

Tickets are available now via the official Blue Sox ticketing platform:
👉 https://vivenu.com/seller/sydney-blue-sox-mcg

A key detail for fans planning their weekend is that tickets are valid for individual games only. A ticket purchased for Game 1 does not include entry to Game 2. If the series goes to a deciding Game 3, that game will be ticketed separately and only played if needed.

Why Game 1 matters

Opening night of the ABL Championship Series is about more than just the scoreboard. It is where pressure meets preparation, where regular season form is tested, and where the tone for the entire weekend is set.

Whether you are a long-time supporter of the Blue Sox, travelling to back the Adelaide Giants, or attending your first ABL game, Game 1 offers a chance to experience Australian baseball at its highest level. It is competitive, community-driven, and a reminder of how far the sport has come in Australia.

For fans, families, and players alike, 23 January at Blacktown International Sportspark is shaping up to be a night worth being part of.