Archive · 21 Jan 2026
Fire Scare Disrupts BBL Match with Smith and Azam
During a big cricket game in Perth, a small fire started near the stadium.
Players like Steve Smith and Babar Azam were playing inside while smoke could be seen.
The fire was quickly put out, and the game continued.
This happened because of the hot weather and plants around the stadium.
It was a scary moment, but everyone was safe, and the match went on as planned.
A fire scare occurred outside Optus Stadium during a BBL qualifier between Sydney Sixers and Perth Scorchers.
Players including Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, and Babar Azam continued playing despite smoke entering the stadium.
The fire was caused by a shrub near the stadium and was quickly resolved.
The incident highlighted the risks posed by high temperatures and surrounding bushland during Australia's cricket season.
Play resumed uninterrupted after the situation was brought under control.
- Who
- Players: Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Babar Azam; Teams: Sydney Sixers, Perth Scorchers
- What
- Fire scare outside Optus Stadium during BBL match
- When
- During a Big Bash League qualifier
- Where
- Optus Stadium, Perth
- Why
- High temperatures and surrounding bushland contributed to the fire risk
- Event
- Fire scare during BBL qualifier
- Teams Involved
- Sydney Sixers vs Perth Scorchers
- Venue
- Optus Stadium, Perth
- Players Present
- Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Babar Azam
- Cause
- Shrub fire near stadium
- Outcome
- Situation resolved, play resumed
