Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 Senior Cricket Bat
The Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 Senior Cricket Bat is a premium English willow cricket bat for players who prefer a traditional shape and a balanced, controlled approach at the crease. Made from Pro 1.0 Grade unbleached English willow, its mid profile provides an adaptable hitting area for batters who score all around the ground rather than favouring one particular area of the wicket.
The mid profile is central to the Ghost design. With the profile concentrated through the middle of the blade, it provides a versatile setup for a broad range of cricket shots. That suits a batter whose innings involves working the ball around, driving when the opportunity is there and adapting to different lengths rather than relying on a specialised high or low profile.
Willow quality is a major reason to consider the Pro 1.0. It uses Pro 1.0 Grade unbleached English willow, with grading taking into account performance, grain structure, density, cosmetic appearance and colour. The performance or rebound of the cleft forms an integral part of Kookaburra's grading process.
Importantly, this is an English willow cricket bat that requires knocking in before use. Even after preparation, gradually introducing the bat to harder impacts in the nets is recommended to help condition the blade before full match use.
Who is the Ghost Pro 1.0 best for?
The Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 is best for cricketers who want a high-grade English willow bat with a traditional shape and a balanced, controlled playing profile. Its mid profile suits players who score all around the ground and want an adaptable bat rather than one shaped specifically around a particular type of stroke play.
Pro 1.0 Grade willow also makes this model particularly relevant for players who place a high priority on willow quality, grain appearance and performance when choosing their bat.
What should you consider before buying?
The Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 requires knocking in before use. Bat preparation should therefore be factored into your purchase before taking the bat straight into a match or facing hard cricket balls at full intensity.
You should also remember that English willow is a natural material. Pro 1.0 Grade bats can still have minor cosmetic imperfections or a small amount of heartwood towards the edge. Individual bats will naturally vary in appearance.
Key features
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Pro 1.0 Grade unbleached English willow
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Straight, evenly spaced grains are characteristic of Pro 1.0 Grade, although minor natural imperfections can occur.
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Mid profile creates a versatile shape for balanced stroke play around the ground.
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Standard face profile.
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Standard toe profile.
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Oval handle.
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Willow grading considers performance, grains, density, cosmetics and colour, rather than appearance alone.
Why buy a Kookaburra cricket bat from Players Sports?
Players Sports combines one of New Zealand’s largest cricket bat ranges with practical, specialist advice to help you choose the right bat for your game. Visit Players Sports Greenlane to compare Kookaburra bats in person and assess willow grade, profile, weight and pick-up. With a premium English willow bat, being able to compare individual blades and how they feel in your hands can be particularly valuable.
Shop the Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 Senior Cricket Bat online from Players Sports with delivery throughout New Zealand, or visit Players Sports Greenlane to compare cricket bats in person.
Frequently asked questions
What grade of willow does the Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 use?
The Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 uses Pro 1.0 Grade unbleached English willow. Bats at this grade have straight and evenly spaced grains, although minor imperfections can occur and a small amount of heartwood may be present towards the edge of the blade.
Who is the Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 best suited to?
The Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 is best suited to cricketers who prefer balanced, controlled batting and want to play shots all around the ground. Its mid profile provides a versatile blade shape, while Pro 1.0 Grade English willow places this model towards the premium end of the Ghost range.
What profile does the Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 have?
The Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 has a mid profile with a standard face, standard toe and oval handle. The mid-profile construction is designed around balanced, controlled stroke play and provides an adaptable setup for batters who look to score in different areas around the ground.
Does the Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 need knocking in?
Yes. The Kookaburra Ghost Pro 1.0 requires knocking in before use. Even after a knocking-in service, gradually introduce the bat to harder impacts, starting with gentle throwdowns before progressing to spin and then seam bowling. This helps condition the English willow before full match use.
How does Kookaburra grade English willow cricket bats?
Kookaburra considers performance, grain structure, density, cosmetic appearance and colour when grading cricket bats. Importantly, grading is not based purely on how attractive the blade looks. The ping or rebound of the willow cleft is also an integral part of the grading process.
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*Players Workshop Knock In, Bat Facing and Toe Guard application options are available (where applicable) once this bat is added to the cart. For assistance email info@playerssports.co.nz
Pro 1.0 Grade Willow
These bats will have straight and evenly spaced and may have some minor imperfections. There may be a small amount of heartwood present towards the edge. They just didn’t meet the visual standards for Pro Players grade.
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Kookaburra sources its willow from the UK, working with the world’s leading growers. When grading cricket bats, several factors are considered beyond the key features mentioned above.
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Performance: Relative to the ping or rebound of the cleft is an integral part of the grading process.
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Grains: The straightness, and evenness of grains in the willow.
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Density: Referring to the natural weight of each cleft.
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Cosmetic: Whether minor or major, blemishes or imperfections—cosmetic or performance-related—are assessed based on their type and where they appear on the bat.
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Colour: The proportion of sapwood and heartwood (redwood) in the cleft, and any other natural discolouration.
| Kookaburra Cricket Bats | |
| Bat Size | Player Height (cm) |
| Long Blade | 183 + |
| Short Handle / Short Blade | 175 - 183 |
| Small Adult | 170 - 175 |
| Harrow | 165 - 170 |
| Size 6 | 160 - 165 |
| Size 5 | 152 - 160 |
| Size 4 | 145 - 152 |
| Size 3 | 137 - 145 |
| Size 2 | 130 - 137 |
| Size 1 | - 130 |
| Please use the above as a guide only. | |
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