SS TON Finn Allen Player Elite English Willow Cricket Bat
The SS TON Finn Allen Player Elite English Willow Cricket Bat is a Players Grade bat designed for cricketers who prioritise power, bat speed and a large hitting area. With thick edges, a deep spine and light pickup, the profile combines substantial wood through the blade with the balance needed to get the bat through the ball quickly.
Made from Players Grade English willow, this Finn Allen model sits at the premium end of the SS TON cricket bat range and is built around the powerful style of modern batting.
Players Grade English Willow
The Finn Allen Player Elite uses Players Grade English willow, SS TON's top tier willow specification for this model. This grade is selected to provide the responsiveness and performance expected from a premium cricket bat.
Built for powerful stroke play
A large, forgiving sweet spot gives the Finn Allen Player Elite a substantial hitting area. This is useful for attacking batters who want plenty of wood behind the ball and some forgiveness when contact is not perfectly centred.
Thick edges and a deep spine add volume through the blade, providing the substantial profile associated with power focused cricket bats. The SS TON Finn Allen replica pairs that large profile with a light pickup. This helps the bat remain quick through the hitting zone, giving players a combination of blade size, bat speed and control rather than simply adding mass.
Who is the Finn Allen Player Elite best for?
The Finn Allen Player Elite is best suited to cricketers looking for premium Players Grade English willow with a large sweet spot, substantial profile and light pickup.
What should you consider before buying?
The SS TON Finn Allen Player Elite requires knocking in before use. Do not take a new bat straight into a match against a hard new ball without completing the appropriate preparation.
Even after knocking in, introduce the willow gradually to harder impacts. Start with controlled throwdowns, progress to spin and then seam bowling in the nets before full match use. This helps condition the blade and supports long term durability.
Players Workshop knocking in, bat facing and toe guard application options are available after adding this cricket bat to your cart, and a are great way to extend the lifespan of your bat.
Key features
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Players Grade English willow provides the premium willow specification used for this model
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Large sweet spot creates a forgiving hitting area for more consistent contact
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Thick edges provide substantial wood through the hitting zone
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Deep spine adds volume through the blade for powerful stroke play
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Light pickup supports quick bat speed and easier control
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Balanced construction helps combine a substantial profile with responsive handling
Why buy an English willow cricket bat from Players Sports?
Players Sports can help you assess profile, pickup and the characteristics that matter for your batting. We also offer Players Workshop bat preparation options, including knocking in, bat facing and toe guard application where applicable.
Players Sports combines specialist cricket knowledge with a broad range of bats and New Zealand wide online shopping.
Frequently asked questions
What grade willow is used in the SS TON Finn Allen Player Elite?
The SS TON Finn Allen Player Elite is made from Players Grade English willow. This is the top tier willow specification supplied for this model and is intended to provide the power and responsiveness expected from a premium English willow cricket bat.
What type of batter is the Finn Allen Player Elite designed for?
The Finn Allen Player Elite is particularly well suited to batters looking for a substantial hitting profile without sacrificing pickup. Its large sweet spot, thick edges and deep spine support powerful stroke play, while the light pickup helps maintain bat speed and control.
Does the SS TON Finn Allen Player Elite need knocking in?
Yes. The Finn Allen Player Elite requires knocking in before use. Even after preparation, introduce the bat gradually through controlled throwdowns and net sessions before facing a hard new ball at full match intensity.
Why is gradual net use important after knocking in?
Gradual net use allows newly prepared English willow to become accustomed to progressively harder impacts. Moving from gentle throwdowns to spin and then seam bowling helps condition the blade before full match use and supports long term durability.
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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
| Senior Cricket Bats | |
| Bat Size | Player Height (cm) |
| Long Blade | 185 + |
| Short Handle | 175 - 183 |
| Please use the above as a guide only. | |
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