Cricket Bats
The right cricket bat depends on the ball you play with, your budget and your height. Kashmir willow suits training, beginners and everyday cricket. English willow is the choice for competitive cricket. Mongoose, scoop and plastic bats suit tennis-ball games. Heega handcrafts more than 3,000 bats a month in Meerut, in nine sizes.
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How to choose
Start with the ball. For leather-ball cricket, look at English willow or Kashmir willow bats. For hard tennis or taped balls, look at Mongoose, scoop and tennis-ball bats. For street and garden games, a plastic bat needs no oiling or knocking in.
Then set your budget. Grade describes the grain and look of the willow. Kashmir willow costs far less than English willow. Our Kashmir range includes Grade 4 bats such as the Legacy, Grade 1 bats such as the Gladiator series, and the Player Grade Stallion. Our English range includes Grade 3 bats such as the Avenger and Grade 1 bats such as the Gold Edition.
Then find your size. Height decides the size. Measure against a wall with shoes off. Short Handle suits 5 ft 9 in to 6 ft, and Long Handle suits 6 ft 1 in and above. Our bat size guide has every size. Between two sizes, take the smaller. Then hold the bat out straight for ten seconds. If the toe drops, it is too heavy.
Shape comes last. A Mongoose bat has a short blade and a long handle for power hitting. A scoop bat moves wood from the spine to the edges. Flat bats are mainly for fielding and catching practice. If you want an exact weight or profile, we can build your bat to order.
Retail prices
| Type | Retail price band | Products |
|---|---|---|
| English willow, Grade 1 | ₹33,200 to ₹39,999 | 3 |
| English willow, Grades 2 to 5, or no grade stated | ₹7,999 to ₹29,000 | 9 |
| Kashmir willow, Player Grade | ₹7,400 to ₹7,500 | 1 |
| Kashmir willow, Grade 1 | ₹2,609 to ₹4,107 | 10 |
| Kashmir willow, Grade 2 or Premium Grade | ₹2,000 to ₹4,994 | 11 |
| Kashmir willow, Grades 3 and 4 | ₹1,839 to ₹2,399 | 5 |
| Kashmir willow, no grade stated | ₹1,449 to ₹3,899 | 8 |
| Plastic | ₹359 to ₹399 | 3 |
| Miniature showpiece bat, not for play | ₹549 for two, up to ₹4,099 for twelve | 1 |
By shape (these bats are also in the rows above): Mongoose 8 products, ₹2,609 to ₹15,536. Scoop 4 products, ₹1,799 to ₹2,700. Tennis-ball 7 products, ₹399 to ₹2,700. Flat 3 products, ₹3,899 to ₹29,000.
Frequently asked questions
Which type of cricket bat is best for me?
No single bat is right for every player, so choose by how you play. For leather-ball cricket, pick English or Kashmir willow. For hard tennis or taped balls, pick a Mongoose or scoop bat. For street games, pick plastic. Then set a budget and measure your height for the size.
What is the difference between English willow and Kashmir willow?
English willow is softer and lighter, and it is usually chosen for competitive cricket. Kashmir willow is denser and harder, so it takes knocks well and suits training, beginners and everyday play. It also costs far less. Tell us your level and budget, and we will help you choose.
Is a light bat or a heavy bat easier for a beginner?
A lighter bat is easier when you are starting out, because beginners should put control first. It is quicker to lift, easier to adjust late and easier to control in defence. A heavier bat only helps if you can swing it well. Two bats of the same weight can feel different.
What is a Mongoose bat, and what does it cost?
A Mongoose bat has a short, heavy blade on a long handle, which puts a dense hitting area low down for power hitting. Heega makes it in two willows: ₹2,609 to ₹3,440 in Kashmir willow and ₹11,098 to ₹15,536 in English willow. Check your tournament's rules before a competitive game.
What size cricket bat should I buy?
Height decides the size, and age is only a starting point. Measure against a wall with shoes off, then find the row in our bat size guide. A Harrow suits 5 ft 5 in to 5 ft 8 in. A Short Handle suits 5 ft 9 in to 6 ft. Between two sizes, take the smaller.