{"product_id":"gray-nicolls-nova-4-0-players-english-willow-cricket-bat","title":"Gray Nicolls Nova 4.0 Players Edition English Willow Cricket Bat 2026\/27 - Short Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGray Nicolls Nova 4.0 Players English Willow Cricket Bat\u003c\/strong\u003e is shaped for batters who want quick pickup without giving away hitting presence. Its mid profile, even bow and large edges create a versatile all-round blade, while the rounded POWERCURVE face is designed to enhance the feel of clean contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish willow construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers-level profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMid profile with an even bow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded POWERCURVE face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced shape for all-round stroke play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length bat cover included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Suited For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to experienced batters who value quick bat speed, balanced pickup and a versatile profile for scoring against both pace and spin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenior Short Handle model with weight-specific variants. Choose the exact available weight based on your preferred pickup and swing speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Nova 4.0 Players English willow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This listing is for the English willow Players model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat style of profile does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt uses a mid profile, even bow, large edges and a rounded POWERCURVE face for balanced all-round stroke play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include a bat cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, a full-length bat cover is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need knocking in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnless specifically supplied as ready play, English willow bats should be prepared before match use. Inspect the face and edges and follow standard English willow care guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gray Nicolls","offers":[{"title":"SH \/ 2 lb 8 oz","offer_id":67843094282561,"sku":"GAN69HNWLH","price":2394.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SH \/ 2 lb 9 oz","offer_id":67843094315329,"sku":"GAF6Y76GRN","price":2394.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1348\/4519\/files\/upload-1791540582279.jpg?v=1791540584","url":"https:\/\/www.nzcricketstore.com\/products\/gray-nicolls-nova-4-0-players-english-willow-cricket-bat","provider":"NZ Cricket Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}