{"product_id":"ss-ms-dhoni-thala-legend-kashmir-willow-cricket-bat","title":"SS TON M.S. Dhoni Thala Legend Kashmir Willow Cricket Bat","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSS M.S. Dhoni Thala Legend Kashmir Willow Cricket Bat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~ Big-hitting looks and feel, at a Kashmir willow price.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThala\u003c\/em\u003e is the nickname Indian fans gave \u003cstrong\u003eM.S. Dhoni\u003c\/strong\u003e — it means “leader” in Tamil, earned over his years captaining Chennai Super Kings. The Thala Legend brings that styling to a Kashmir willow blade. You get a full profile with chunky edges and a thick spine, so the bat looks and feels like a power bat, while Kashmir willow keeps it durable and affordable. It is aimed at club and social cricketers who want a substantial bat without English willow money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Players Choose the Thala Legend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKashmir Willow Durability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDenser and more forgiving of mis-hits than English willow, which makes it a sensible choice for regular net use, matting wickets and social cricket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Profile, Thick Edges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA generous spine and deep edges concentrate mass behind the hitting zone, so the bat carries well through the shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCane Handle and Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCane handle with a high-tack rubber grip, supplied with a protective cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Technical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWillow Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kashmir Willow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e SS Thala (M.S. Dhoni)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Short Handle, cane with rubber grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e select Light or Medium above\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leather \/ hard ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New, requires knocking-in before match use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protective bat cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thala Legend is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClub and social cricketers who want a substantial bat at a modest price\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlayers who use one bat for nets and matches and need it to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eM.S. Dhoni supporters who want the Thala branding without a players-grade price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrand Authority: Why SS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSareen Sports has made cricket bats in Meerut since 1969 and keeps a continuous international player roster. Every bat we list is sourced through SS’s authorised supply chain and ships from our own US warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-choose-the-perfect-sized-bat-for-you\"\u003eHow to choose the perfect sized bat for you\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Your Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/cricket-batting-gloves\"\u003eBatting Gloves\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/cricket-batting-pads\"\u003eBatting Pads\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/kashmir-willow-cricket-bats\"\u003eKashmir Willow Cricket Bats\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/cricket-batting-accessories\"\u003eBat Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From TopCricketStore?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipped fast directly from our warehouse in \u003cstrong\u003eEdison, NJ, USA\u003c\/strong\u003e. Spend over $100 and shipping is on us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll product photos shown are actual inventory images of bats currently in stock.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ Section\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: Why is it called Thala?\u003c\/strong\u003e Thala is the nickname M.S. Dhoni is known by, particularly among Chennai Super Kings supporters. SS builds a Thala range under his name; the Legend is the Kashmir willow model in that line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: What is the difference between Kashmir and English willow?\u003c\/strong\u003e English willow is lighter and more responsive and is what professionals use. Kashmir willow is denser and tougher, costs far less, and stands up better to matting wickets and heavy net use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Does it need knocking in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Kashmir willow needs less preparation than English willow, but knocking it in before hard-ball use will still noticeably extend its life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: What weights are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e Light (2lbs 7oz – 2lbs 8oz) and Medium (2lbs 9oz – 2lbs 10oz). Stock varies by weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: Can this be used with a leather ball?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it is a hard-ball bat. It is not a tennis-ball or scoop bat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ6: Is the Short Handle size right for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e Short Handle suits most adult players of average to tall height. 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