GRAY NICOLLS CRICKET NEWS

January 2011 Archive

Khawaja makes debut with revolutionary new cricket bat

Wed 5 January 2011

Usman Khawaja will make his much anticipated Test debut against England in the 5th Ashes Test using the new revolutionary E41 cricket bat pioneered by Australian bat manufacturer GRAY-NICOLLS.

The new E41 boasts the largest ever profile ever made with edges reaching a staggering 41mm at their highest point. GRAY-NICOLLS has been able to take bat making to a new level by developing a completely new manufacturing technique to enable maximum edge and profile thickness. This new profile, with it's light pick up, will allow players to have the perfect balance between extreme power and control.

The revolutionary cricket bat conforms to the Laws of Cricket (Law 6) as set by the rule makers Marylebone Cricket Club.

Usman, a self confessed bat nerd, chose GRAY-NICOLLS at a crucial time in his career as he consolidated his high State average and worked to earn a spot in the Australian cricket side.

"I've always been fascinated by the role my bat plays in scoring runs. Having a local bat maker has allowed my bat specifications to change as my game matures".

GRAY-NICOLLS, one of Australia's great sporting brands, is the only significant bat maker left in Australia and has proudly served the cricket community with their distinctive hand-made English willow since 1876.