SG RP Inferno 5.0 English Willow Cricket Bat
The SG RP Inferno 5.0 Cricket Bat is an English Willow bat designed for club cricketers looking for a combination of power, balance and value. Featuring a mid-profile sweet spot, duck-bill blade shape and balanced pick-up, it provides a substantial hitting area while maintaining the control needed for all-round stroke play.
The RP Inferno 5.0 is a practical choice for developing and experienced club players who want the traditional feel of English Willow with a versatile profile suited to New Zealand cricket conditions.
Mid Profile with Duck-Bill Shape
The mid-profile sweet spot and duck-bill blade shape combine to provide a versatile hitting area with balanced weight distribution.
The duck-bill design maintains volume through the main hitting zone before tapering towards the toe. This helps reduce unnecessary weight low in the blade, supporting a manageable pick-up without sacrificing the substantial central hitting area.
The mid-positioned sweet spot suits players who combine front-foot drives with back-foot cuts and pull shots, making it a practical all-round option for club cricket.
Key Features
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English Willow construction provides traditional cricket bat performance and feel.
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Mid-profile sweet spot offers a versatile hitting area for front-foot and back-foot play.
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Duck-bill blade profile maintains volume through the hitting zone before tapering towards the toe.
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Substantial hitting area supports confident attacking stroke play.
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Balanced pick-up helps maintain bat speed and control.
Why Buy the SG RP Inferno 5.0 from Players Sports?
Players Sports offers one of New Zealand's largest cricket bat ranges, giving players the opportunity to compare different willow grades, profiles, weights and pick-up characteristics.
Our experienced cricket team understands that choosing the right bat is about more than its advertised weight. The position of the sweet spot, blade shape and overall balance can all influence how a bat feels in your hands.
Visit Players Sports Greenlane, Auckland, to compare cricket bats in person and access our specialist Cricket Bat Workshop for preparation and maintenance services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of willow is used in the SG RP Inferno 5.0?
The SG RP Inferno 5.0 is an English Willow cricket bat, providing the traditional feel and responsive playing characteristics preferred for hard-ball cricket.
What is a duck-bill cricket bat profile?
A duck-bill profile maintains blade volume through the main hitting area before tapering towards the toe. This helps reduce weight low in the blade and supports a balanced pick-up.
What type of batter is the SG RP Inferno 5.0 best suited to?
The RP Inferno 5.0 is suited to club cricketers who want an all-round bat with a substantial hitting area. Its mid profile supports both front-foot and back-foot stroke play.
Does a duck-bill profile make a cricket bat lighter?
A duck-bill shape reduces some blade volume towards the toe, which can improve pick-up and balance. The overall weight still depends on the willow density and individual bat dimensions.
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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
| Cricket Bats | |
| Bat Size | Player Height (cm) |
| Long Blade | 183 + |
| Short Handle | 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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