Following are the organisations serving as sponsors and brand partners to Big Bash League (BBL) franchise Sydney Thunder and enjoying a strong branding presence across the physical and digital assets of their women’s and/or men’s teams, who are participating in the Weber Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) and the KFC Big Bash League, respectively, during the 2023/24 season of the Big Bash. 

Homestar Finance

The Sydney Thunder roped in online home lender Homestar Finance as their Principal Partner in September 2021.

The three-year partnership sees the Homestar logo feature on the back of the Thunder team shirts, hats and helmets. Homestar also supports the Thunder off the field through various community projects. 

HomeWorld 

Australian display home village developer and manager HomeWorld has been a Thunder partner since 2015. In October 2020, the firm was announced as a Major Partner of the franchise following a multi-year partnership agreement.

The current deal between the two parties puts the HomeWorld logo on the front of the Thunder jersey and also on the trousers of both their men’s and women’s teams. HomeWorld also enjoys branding presence on various other team assets, while also supporting grassroots cricket across the Thunder Nation Cricket Community and Clubs. 

SIXT

Car rental company SIXT has been the Official Car Rental Partner of the Thunder since December 2021.

The partnership puts the SIXT logo on the top-right corner of the Thunder team jersey, with the company also working with the franchise on various local community activities. 

NSW Government 

“What’s Your Plan B” and “Transport for NSW” currently serve as Community Partners to the Sydney Thunder. 

“Transport for NSW” is the New South Wales government’s leading transport and roads agency, working towards building transport infrastructure and managing transport services. 

“What’s Your Plan B”, on the other hand, is a campaign by the New South Wales government that is aimed at encouraging drivers to make the right choice in avoiding driving after alcohol consumption. 

Sydney Water

Australian public water company Sydney Water has been the Official Hydration Partner of the Thunder since September 2015, when both parties signed the original agreement. 

The partnership sees Sydney Water supply the franchise with Sydney’s tap water whilst working with them on community education campaigns to make the masses aware of the benefits of drinking tap water. 

GambleAware 

In October 2020, the Sydney Thunder announced a multi-year deal with the New South Wales Office of Responsible Gambling. 

The partnership sees GambleAware work with the Thunder to promote awareness about the potential harm gambling can bring and safe gambling. The deal also makes sure the Thunder do not have any partnership with any sports betting or gambling brands. 

Charter Hall

Property investment management firm Charter Hall joined the Thunder’s sponsorship portfolio as an Official Partner in December 2021. The deal was a part of Charter Hall’s partnership with Cricket NSW and mainly focused on supporting the women’s teams in the region. 

The two parties decided to extend their partnership in April 2023.

Sydney Thunder Sponsors 2022/23

Following are the organisations serving as sponsors and brand partners to Big Bash League (BBL) franchise Sydney Thunder and enjoying a strong branding presence across their physical and digital assets during the 2022/23 Big Bash season. 

Principal Partner

Homestar Finance

The Sydney Thunder roped in online home lender Homestar Finance as their Principal Partner in September 2021.

The three-year partnership sees the Homestar logo feature on the Thunder team shirts, hats and helmets. Homestar also supports the Thunder off the field through various community projects. 

Major Partner

HomeWorld

Australian display home village developer and manager HomeWorld has been a Thunder partner since 2015. In October 2020, HomeWorld was announced as a Major Partner of the franchise following a multi-year partnership.

The deal puts the HomeWorld logo on the front of the Thunder jersey and also on the trousers of both their men’s and women’s teams. HomeWorld also enjoys branding presence on various other team assets.

HomeWorld also supports grassroots cricket across the Thunder Nation Cricket Community and Clubs. 

Official Car and Truck Rental Partner

SIXT

Car rental company SIXT has been the Official Car Rental Partner of the Thunder since December 2021. The partnership puts the SIXT logo on the Thunder team jersey, with the company also working with the BBL team on various local community activities. 

Official Money Transfer Partner

Western Union

In December 2022, American multinational financial services firm Western Union joined the Sydney Thunder as an Official Money Transfer Partner. 

Community PartnerS

GambleAware

In October 2020, the Sydney Thunder announced a multi-year deal with the New South Wales Office of Responsible Gambling. 

The partnership sees GambleAware work with the Thunder to promote awareness about the harm gambling can bring and safe gambling. The deal also makes sure the Thunder do not have any partnership with any sports betting or gambling brands. 

NSW Government

“What’s Your Plan B” and “Transport for NSW” currently serve as Community Partners to the Sydney Thunder. 

“Transport for NSW” is the New South Wales government’s leading transport and roads agency, working towards building transport infrastructure and managing transport services. 

“What’s Your Plan B”, on the other hand, is a campaign by the New South Wales government that is aimed at encouraging drivers to make the right choice in avoiding driving after alcohol consumption. 

Sydney Olympic Park

A suburb of Greater Western Sydney, the Sydney Olympic Park currently serves as a Community Partner to the Sydney Thunder. 

Hydration Partner

Sydney Water

Australian public water company Sydney Water has been the Official Hydration Partner of the Thunder since September 2015, when both parties signed the original agreement. 

The partnership sees Sydney Water provide the team with Sydney’s tap water whilst working together on community education campaigns to make the masses aware about the benefits of drinking tap water. 

Official Partner

Charter Hall

Property investment management firm Charter Hall joined the Sydney Thunder as an Official Partner in December 2021. The deal was a part of Charter Hall’s partnership with Cricket NSW and mainly focused on supporting the women’s teams in the region. 

Ticketing Partner

Ticketmaster

American global ticketing marketplace Ticketmaster has been a long-time partner of the Sydney Thunder. Serving as the team’s Official Ticketing Partner, Ticketmaster sells matchday tickets for the Thunder games online on its platform. Ticketmaster also enjoys branding rights on various team assets as part of its agreement with the Thunder.