{"product_id":"em-360-player-series-ab-de-villiers-grade-1-english-willow-bat","title":"EM 360 Player Series AB de Villiers English Willow Cricket Bat","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEM 360 Player Series AB de Villiers English Willow Cricket Bat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-product-details__short-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Playburst bat celebrates AB’s joyful, fearless style — a vibrant tribute to cricket played with heart, creativity, and freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"152\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"97\"\u003eBeyond Runs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFor AB, cricket was about joy, flair, and pure play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"236\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"176\"\u003ePlayburst Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBursting with colors that reflect passion and creativity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"320\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eEnergy \u0026amp; Expression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSymbolizing rhythm, freedom, and fearless imagination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"400\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"339\"\u003eTribute Bat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCelebrates cricket played with heart, artistry, and emotion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-selected Grade 1 for elite performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful Profile: Full spine and big edges for maximum punch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced Pickup: Lightweight feel with excellent control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern Shape: Slightly concave for superior balance and bat speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro Handle: Semi-oval handle for comfortable, stable grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady to Play: Pre-knocked and finished to match pro standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eChannel the \"Mr. 360\" mindset with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eEM 360 Player Series\u003c\/b\u003e, a vibrant tribute to AB de Villiers' fearless and creative style. This isn't just a bat; it’s a professional-grade tool crafted for players who demand elite performance and artistic flair on the pitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy the 360 Player Series Stands Out:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eElite Grade 1 Willow:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-selected for impeccable grain structure and explosive \"ping,\" ensuring you get the same quality used at the international level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Playburst\" Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003efull spine and massive edges\u003c\/b\u003e, providing a huge sweet spot that supports creative shot-making across the entire 360-degree radius of the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro-Level Handling:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"31\"\u003esemi-oval handle\u003c\/b\u003e for a stable, comfortable grip, combined with a slightly concave shape to optimize bat speed and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFearless Design:\u003c\/b\u003e The colorful \"Playburst\" aesthetics reflect a passion for the game, symbolizing rhythm, freedom, and aggressive imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: What is the difference between the EM 360 Player Series and standard bats?\u003c\/b\u003e The Player Series uses \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"101\"\u003eGrade 1 English Willow\u003c\/b\u003e, the highest quality available. It is specifically profiled to match the balance and weight distribution favored by professional players like AB de Villiers, offering a superior \"ping\" and larger sweet spot than lower-grade models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: Is the EM 360 bat pre-knocked?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, the EM 360 comes \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003efactory-knocked\u003c\/b\u003e and finished to professional standards. However, we still recommend a further 2–3 hours of light mallet work and net practice with an old ball to fully \"open up\" the willow fibers for peak performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: What player style is this bat best for?\u003c\/b\u003e This bat is designed for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"72\"\u003eversatile stroke maker\u003c\/b\u003e. 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