{"product_id":"ceat-hitman-rohit-sharma-edition-cricket-bat-grade-1-english-willow","title":"CEAT Hitman Rohit Sharma Edition Grade 1 English Willow Cricket Bat","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep up to the crease with the exact profile trusted by the \"Hitman\" himself.\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003cb\u003eCEAT Hitman Rohit Sharma Edition Cricket Bat\u003c\/b\u003e is a masterpiece of modern bat making, designed for top-order batsmen who demand uncompromising power and flawless balance. Handcrafted from the top 1% of the world's finest \u003cb\u003eGrade 1 English Willow\u003c\/b\u003e, this bat delivers the ultimate \"ping\" and power-to-weight ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are clearing the boundary or driving through the covers, the RS-45 profile features a mid-to-low sweet spot tailor-made for front-foot dominance on American hard-top and turf wickets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Specifications \u0026amp; Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Grade 1 English Willow:\u003c\/b\u003e Unbleached, naturally air-dried, and expertly hard-pressed to deliver immediate, match-ready performance. Expect 8 to 12 straight, clean grains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRohit Sharma \"Hitman\" Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Features massive edges and a pronounced spine, offering an expanded sweet spot to forgive off-center strikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Singapore Cane Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered with a specialized 3-way cork insertion. This absorbs shock from high-speed pace bowling while offering the whippy flexibility needed for bottom-hand power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImpeccable Pickup:\u003c\/b\u003e Despite its massive profile, the precise weight distribution ensures a feather-light pickup, allowing for lightning-fast bat speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe TopCricketStore Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e All photos are \u003cb\u003eACTUAL LIVE IMAGES\u003c\/b\u003e of the exact bats currently in our US warehouse. What you see is the premium grain structure you will receive. Enjoy \u003cb\u003eFree US Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e on this order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ Section\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between Rohit Sharma Edition and Rohit Sharma Player Edition? A:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhile both bats bear the \"Hitman\" branding and are inspired by Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma, there are key differences in their grading, performance specs, and pricing: \u003cb\u003eWillow Grade:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-63\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-63\"\u003eRohit Sharma Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-63 citation-end-63\"\u003e is typically crafted from Grade 1 (or Grade A) English Willow.\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-62\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-62\"\u003ePlayer Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-62 citation-end-62\"\u003e (often denoted as the RS-45 Player Edition), however, is built from \"Players Grade\" or \"Grade 1+\" English Willow.\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This means the Player Edition uses the absolute highest tier of clefts available, often reserved for professional players, offering tighter grains and superior performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What is the sweet spot position on the CEAT Rohit Sharma bat?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e This bat features a mid-to-low sweet spot. It is engineered perfectly for players who prefer to dominate off the front foot, making it ideal for standard US pitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Does the CEAT Hitman RS-45 come knocked-in?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e While the bat is factory pressed, we highly recommend a full knocking-in process (oiling and mallet work) on the edges and toe before facing hard cricket balls in the nets or a match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Is this the actual bat profile used by Rohit Sharma?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, the Rohit Sharma Player Edition features the exact shape, weight distribution, and handle specifications requested by Rohit Sharma for international play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: How many grains does the CEAT Hitman Player Edition have?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Because we only use top-tier Grade 1 English Willow, you can generally expect between 8 and 12 straight, clean grains on the face of the bat, indicating mature wood and maximum performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What is the ideal weight for this bat?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e We stock the RS-45 in Light (2lbs 8oz - 2lbs 9oz) and Medium (2lbs 10oz - 2lbs 11oz) weights. The bat's exceptional balance ensures that even the medium weights feel incredibly light on the pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_5906abb68fc7ff53-31\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-8 citation-end-8\"\u003eQ: Does TopCricketStore ship fro\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003em the US? \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, all our bats are stored in and shipped from our US warehouse, and this premium bat qualifies for Free US Shipping.\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-choose-the-perfect-sized-bat-for-you\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ceat","offers":[{"title":"Short Handle \/ 1 \/ Light (2lbs 7oz - 2lbs 8oz)","offer_id":48119716217058,"sku":"CEAT-EBAT-RSG1-SHLI","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Short Handle \/ 1 \/ Medium (2lbs 9oz - 2lbs 10oz)","offer_id":48119716249826,"sku":"CEAT-EBAT-RSG1-SHME","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7924\/0418\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_ed55e1f8-4e23-443b-9f68-a4180852f305.png?v=1785366756","url":"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/ceat-hitman-rohit-sharma-edition-cricket-bat-grade-1-english-willow","provider":"TopCricketStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}