Cricket Bats

A good cricket bat should feel right before you have middled one. Balanced in the hands, clean through the swing and settled enough to give you confidence from the first net.

Shop cricket bats at Pro:Direct Cricket, including adult cricket bats, English willow bats, Kashmir willow bats and match bats across different weights, profiles, grades and price points. Find cricket bats from Gunn & Moore, Gray-Nicolls, Kookaburra, New Balance, adidas, DSC, Newbery, Chase and more.

Start with pickup. Two cricket bats can sit close on the scales and still feel completely different once you lift them. Balance, blade shape and profile all change how quickly the cricket bat comes through the swing. A lighter pickup can suit players with quick hands, late contact and a busy game between the wickets. A fuller profile can suit players who want more weight through drives, pulls and boundary shots.

Willow matters, but it is not the only thing to look at. English willow cricket bats usually give a cleaner response and better feel for match play. Kashmir willow bats can be a strong option for training, club cricket, newer players or anyone keeping the budget under control. The right cricket bat is the one that suits your level, your shots and the pitches you usually play on.

Think about where you score your runs. A lower middle can suit front-foot players and slower surfaces. A mid or higher sweet spot can feel better on bouncier pitches, faster bowling or for players who like cutting, pulling and punching square of the wicket.

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