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Players Workshop Cricket Bat Knocking In

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Every English Willow cricket bat requires a certain level of preparation before use.

This can be done by way of purchasing a cricket bat mallet and manually breaking the bat in over a period of 6 hours or...

You can order this Players Workshop 'Knock In' with your new bat purchase and our craftsman will expertly manipulate the willow using our specialised techniques which include both hand malleting and our modern and customised cricket bat machine press.

  • Let us do the work for you!

  • Receive your new bat ready to play!

Select 1, 2 or 3 week day turnaround option depending on your urgency.

Please add this to your cart as an individual product. Players Workshop staff will knock in the bat purchased in the same order.

For any additional works or questions please email info@playerssports.co.nz

Experience our speedy shipping service across New Zealand.

We prioritise hassle-free returns, allowing you to buy multiple items or sizes and return any unwanted items no questions asked. Ensure you receive the correct size initially and easily send back any ill-fitting sizes.

All exchanges will be sent back to you at no additional cost.

For full-priced items, you have the option to exchange, receive store credit, or obtain a refund.

Sale (Discounted) and Clearance items can be exchanged or credited, but refunds are not available.

Click here to view the full Shipping Details and Returns Policy.

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Players Workshop Cricket Bat Knocking In Reviews

4.8/5 based on 40 customer reviews
  • Elvin joshy
    (4.50)
    Published Wednesday, 10 December 2025
    It was good products, worth it, that’s why I keep buying from Players Sports.
  • Sa Chadwick
    (5.00)
    Published Thursday, 6 November 2025
    Fast, professional and hassle free service. Would highly recommend the Players Sports team knock your bat in so you can use it against the new ball straight away.
  • Aasish Basnet
    (5.00)
    Published Thursday, 6 November 2025
    Good
  • David
    (5.00)
    Published Wednesday, 5 November 2025
    Great service to ensure long life of bat
  • Jon Sickling
    (4.00)
    Published Tuesday, 4 November 2025
    Quick turn around service
  • Angad
    (5.00)
    Published Tuesday, 4 November 2025
    Received knocked bat.
  • Simon
    (4.50)
    Published Tuesday, 4 November 2025
    Very fast turn around time and gives great comfort the bat will last
  • AM
    (4.50)
    Published Saturday, 1 November 2025
    great service - bat was ready when they said it would be.
  • Jaxson Hill
    (5.00)
    Published Tuesday, 21 October 2025
    Great to have the bat ready to go!
  • Jon Sickling
    (4.00)
    Published Wednesday, 15 October 2025
    Good service

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