{"product_id":"kookaburra-shadow-pro-players-cricket-bat","title":"Kookaburra Shadow Pro Players Grade Cricket Bat - English Willow","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eThe Ultimate Power Player's Choice\u003c\/b\u003e Crafted for the traditional-minded cricketer who demands a touch of modern power, the Kookaburra Shadow Pro Players Cricket Bat is a masterclass in bat making. Hand-selected from Pro Players Grade Unbleached English Willow, this bat is designed to dominate the crease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eWhy Choose the Shadow Pro Players?\u003c\/b\u003e The Shadow features a distinct Mid Profile with a Tapered Square Toe. This unique shaping allows the weight (ranging perfectly between 2lbs 8oz and 2lbs 10oz) to be distributed evenly, offering a remarkably light pick-up without sacrificing the devastating power needed for boundary-clearing shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"\u003eWillow Grade:\u003c\/b\u003e Pro Players Grade Unbleached English Willow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"\u003eProfile:\u003c\/b\u003e Mid Profile (Ideal for all-around stroke play)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\"\u003eToe:\u003c\/b\u003e Tapered Square Toe Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\"\u003eFace:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard Face Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"21,4,0\"\u003eHandle:\u003c\/b\u003e Premium Oval Handle for rotational control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"21,5,0\"\u003eGrip:\u003c\/b\u003e Grid Bat Grip for ultimate top-hand stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"21,6,0\"\u003eWeight Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 2lbs 8oz - 2lbs 10oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eTrust the Grains: Every photo on this page is an actual inventory image of the bats currently in stock at our Edison, NJ warehouse. What you see is exactly the quality you receive.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eFAQ Section\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"27,0,0\"\u003eIs the Kookaburra Shadow Pro Players bat ready to play?\u003c\/b\u003e While it comes pre-prepared from the factory, we highly recommend fully knocking in your Players Grade English Willow bat and applying a scuff sheet before facing match-speed bowling to prevent cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0\"\u003eWhat is the weight of the Kookaburra Shadow Pro Players bat?\u003c\/b\u003e This model features a meticulously balanced weight range of 2lbs 8oz to 2lbs 10oz, providing a surprisingly light pick-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0\"\u003eWho is the Kookaburra Shadow suited for?\u003c\/b\u003e With its mid profile and standard face, it is ideal for traditional, all-around stroke makers who want to play off both the front and back foot with added power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"27,3,0\"\u003eWhat does \"Pro Players Grade English Willow\" mean?\u003c\/b\u003e It is the highest quality unbleached English willow available. It features straight, even grains (usually 8 to 10) with minimal blemishes, offering the best performance and rebound of any wood type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"27,4,0\"\u003eDoes this bat come with a cover?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, every Kookaburra Shadow Pro Players bat from TopCricketStore comes with a free full-length bat cover for premium protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"27,5,0\"\u003eWhere is the sweet spot on the Shadow Pro Players?\u003c\/b\u003e The sweet spot is located in the mid-profile region, making it highly versatile for a wide variety of pitch conditions and shot selections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-choose-the-perfect-sized-bat-for-you\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kookaburra","offers":[{"title":"Short Handle \/ 1+ \/ Medium (2lbs 9oz - 2lbs 10oz)","offer_id":47818991665378,"sku":"KOOK-EBAT-SPRP-SHME","price":699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7924\/0418\/files\/kookaburra-shadow-pro-players-cricket-bat-front-view.jpg?v=1779326138","url":"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/kookaburra-shadow-pro-players-cricket-bat","provider":"TopCricketStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}