Perth Scorchers won the Big Bash League title for the fourth time as they thrashed Sydney Sixers by 79 runs.

Perth Scorchers defeated Sydney Sixers by 48 runs to enter the final of the Big Bash League.

Steve Smith has been denied permission by Cricket Australia to play for the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League.

Melbourne Renegades have been in fine form, having won two matches against Melbourne Stars and the Brisbane Heat.