SS SKY Player Kashmir Willow Cricket Bat
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Product Details
Product Details
Key Features
- Hand-Selected Grade 1 Kashmir Willow — Top-grade Kashmir clefts personally hand-picked by SS master craftsmen for the best ping in the Kashmir range.
- Suryakumar Yadav Player Edition — Built around the spec sheet and shape SKY plays — the 360° T20 power-hitter's profile.
- Air-Dried Willow — Slow air-drying retains fibre flexibility for stronger rebound and longer working life.
- Latest Shape with Massive Concave TON Edges — SS's signature T20 power-hitting profile — high-impact strokeplay with optimum performance.
- Embossed Chrome Sticker — Striking SKY Player branding with a premium chrome finish.
- High-Quality Grip — Pre-fitted premium grip for confident handling.
- Wide Play Area, Clean Bat Face — Generous strike zone with a clean, professional finish.
- Premium SS Portable Bat Cover Included — Protect your bat in transit.
- Pride of India — Hand-crafted in Meerut, India by Sareen Sports.
The 360° Player Profile, Kashmir Willow Edition
The SKY Player edition is built around Suryakumar Yadav's batting profile — the unorthodox 360° strokemaker known for ramps, scoops, and unconventional power-hitting. This Kashmir willow build delivers SKY's signature shape and Devils-style concave edges at a club-affordable price point — perfect for batters who want to play SKY-style strokeplay without paying English willow prices.
Specifications
| Willow | Hand-Selected Grade 1 Kashmir Willow |
|---|---|
| Range | SS SKY Player (Suryakumar Yadav Edition) |
| Weight Range | 2lbs 8oz – 2lbs 10oz (1140 – 1200 g) |
| Profile | Latest SS shape with massive concave TON edges |
| Sweet Spot | Mid to low |
| Pickup | Balanced |
| Handle | Premium semi-oval cane handle |
| Grip | High-quality rubber grip (pre-fitted) |
| Face | Wide, clean bat face |
| Toe | Standard toe |
| Blade Length | 555 mm (Short Handle) |
| Edges | Massive concave TON |
| Preparation | Air-dried, hand-pressed by SS master batmakers |
| Includes | 1 × Bat + 1 × Premium SS Portable Bat Cover |
Who It's For
Designed for club, school, college, weekend league and serious recreational cricketers who want SKY's signature shape and SS's top-tier Kashmir willow. Ideal for T20 power-hitters, 360° strokemakers, and batters who want premium Kashmir performance with an iconic player-edition design.
SKY Player vs Vintage / Dhoni — Which Should You Pick?
Both are SS's top-tier Grade 1 Kashmir willow bats with the same massive concave TON edges and latest SS shape — pick by player profile and aesthetic preference:
SKY Player (this bat): Suryakumar Yadav edition. Best for: T20 power-hitters, 360° strokemakers, fans of SKY's unorthodox aggressive style.
Vintage / Dhoni: Heritage MS Dhoni edition. Best for: classical strokemakers, T20 finishers, fans of Dhoni's iconic playing style.
Care & Knock-In Instructions
- Knock In: Kashmir willow needs less knock-in than English willow — 3–4 hours of progressive mallet work is recommended before match use.
- Oil: Apply 1–2 thin coats of raw linseed oil to the face, edges and toe (avoid splice and stickers).
- Use: Quality leather or tennis cricket balls — Kashmir willow handles tennis-ball cricket very well.
- Storage: Cool, dry place — keep in the supplied SS cover.
- Toe Care: Apply a toe guard for extra protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is SKY?
SKY refers to Suryakumar Yadav, the Indian international batter known as cricket's premier 360° T20 strokemaker. The SS SKY Player edition is built around his bat shape and signature aesthetic.
Why hand-selected Grade 1 Kashmir willow?
Grade 1 is the top-grade Kashmir willow SS uses. Hand-selection means each cleft has been individually picked for grain structure, density, and rebound — delivering the best Kashmir willow ping SS offers.
Does this bat need knocking-in?
Yes — but less than English willow. We recommend 3–4 hours of progressive mallet work plus 1–2 thin coats of raw linseed oil before your first match.
What batting style does the SKY suit?
The massive concave TON edges, latest SS shape, and mid-to-low sweet spot suit aggressive, unorthodox T20 power-hitting — perfect for ramps, scoops, and confident 360° strokeplay.
Package Contents
1 × SS SKY Player Kashmir Willow Cricket Bat (Short Handle) + 1 × Premium SS Portable Bat Cover
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