GM Rival 909 Cricket Bat

Grade 1 willow, and it arrives ready to play. The Rival 909 pairs the best willow in the range with full factory preparation already done — raw linseed oil, clear anti-scuff sheet and toe guard fitted. Open the box and take it to the nets.

Specifications

• Willow: Grade 1 English willow, made in England from prime willow
• Weight: 2lb 9oz – 2lb 12oz
• Blade: Traditional L555 length
• Profile: Low swell, explosive pick-up
• Face: F2, PowerArc bow
• Toe: Huge depth
• Handle: 295mm
• Grip: Apex
• Preparation: Knocked-in, oiled, anti-scuff sheet and toe guard fitted
• Made in: England

Who this bat suits

The low swell puts mass toward the toe, making this a front-foot player's bat built for driving and hitting through the line. Huge toe depth and the L555 blade mark it as a boundary-hunter rather than an accumulator's tool.

The 2lb 9oz to 2lb 12oz range means individual bats vary in pick-up — tell us what you prefer and we will select accordingly. And because it comes prepared, this is a strong choice if you want Grade 1 willow but have neither the time nor the tools to knock a bat in yourself.

Care

No knocking-in service required — that work is already done. Keep the anti-scuff sheet intact, avoid wet or cheap balls in the early weeks, and store it somewhere dry rather than in a hot car.

After a season or two, our Houston workshop offers repair and refurbishing.

More on grades and sweet spot in our cricket bat buying guide.

Shipping and fitting

Ships across the USA, free on orders over $200. Questions about weight or pick-up? Call the store or message us on WhatsApp.