{"product_id":"gray-nicolls-ultimate-english-willow-cricket-bat","title":"Gray Nicolls Ultimate English Willow Cricket Bat 2026\/27 - Short Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGray Nicolls Ultimate English Willow Cricket Bat\u003c\/strong\u003e blends traditional bat craftsmanship with a modern, balanced playing shape. A mid profile, even bow and substantial edges provide a strong hitting area, while the ACCU-DRIVE flat face and light pickup are designed to keep the bat responsive through a wide range of shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural English willow blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMid profile with an even bow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight, balanced pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eACCU-DRIVE flat face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraction grip\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\u003eA premium all-round option for players who want a traditionally crafted English willow bat with enough balance for technical batting and enough profile for attacking stroke play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenior Short Handle model. Typical listed weights are around 2 lb 6 oz to 2 lb 10 oz; choose the exact available weight based on your preferred pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Ultimate English willow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it uses a natural English willow blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat face profile does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Ultimate uses an ACCU-DRIVE flat face with a mid-profile blade and large edges.\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\u003eHow should I prepare it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural English willow should be inspected and properly prepared before match use. Follow standard oiling, knocking-in and bat-care guidance appropriate to the condition of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gray Nicolls","offers":[{"title":"SH \/ 2 lb 8 oz","offer_id":67843093659969,"sku":"GAR38NMJFU","price":1294.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SH \/ 2 lb 9 oz","offer_id":67843093692737,"sku":"GAJZJUQBM8","price":1294.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SH \/ 2 lb 10 oz","offer_id":67843093725505,"sku":"GAVUP84S7J","price":1294.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1348\/4519\/files\/upload-1791540571995.jpg?v=1791540574","url":"https:\/\/www.nzcricketstore.com\/products\/gray-nicolls-ultimate-english-willow-cricket-bat","provider":"NZ Cricket Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}