A Brief Description of Cricket Bats

Cricket bat is the most needed accessories in cricket.108mm wide.
The first use of bats is stated in 1624.The bats must- There is no proper standard set up for bat weight
be given proper care and proper maintenance toit is in general varies from 2lb 8oz to 3lb which
make it last for a longer period of time. Cricket Batsweights to1.1kg to 1.4kg.
must be knocked before using it this is very- The handle is typically covered with rubber for a
necessary for any bats. The material used for bat isproper grip.
willow. Wood is used for making bats as it is veryCricket Bats today are not made with hands they
tough, strong and shock resistant. A cricket bat isare all made in machines only there are some
described or well-explained with parts named as toe,selected people who still make with hands especially
blade, shoulder and handle.for the professionals. Earlier the shape of the bats
According to Rules or Laws of Cricket:was like the hockey sticks as they are today. The
- The size of the bat must not be more thanoldest bat is displayed in the Sandham room in oval
965mm.which was dated 1729.
- The blade portion must not exceed more than