Kookaburra Kahuna Players 2016 AB De Villiers Cricket Bat
The Kookaburra Kahuna Players 2016 AB De Villiers Cricket Bat is an exclusive one-of-one bat created for Kookaburra Week 2026 at Players Sports. Handmade from Grade 1 English Willow by Kookaburra Head Bat Maker Lachlan Dinger at the Melbourne Batcave, this unique bat combines a full duck-bill Players shape with the historic 2016 Kahuna graphic associated with AB De Villiers.
Only five one-of-one Kahuna Players bats have been handmade especially for Players Sports for Kookaburra Week 2026. Each bat represents a different era of the Kahuna, pairing a historic sticker design with a player closely associated with that generation. This particular bat celebrates the 2016 AB De Villiers Kahuna, making it a genuine one-off within the Players Sports exclusive five-bat collection
Made from Grade 1 English Willow, the Kahuna AB De Villiers Players bat features a full duck-bill profile, carrying plenty of size through the main hitting area to create a substantial sweet spot and powerful response off the blade. The duck-bill shape tapers towards the toe, removing unnecessary weight from the bottom of the bat and improving its overall balance. The result is a full, imposing profile that picks up beautifully in the hands.
Who is the Kookaburra Kahuna Players 2016 AB De Villiers best for?
The Kookaburra Kahuna Players 2016 AB De Villiers is best for cricketers and collectors looking for an exclusive handmade Kookaburra bat with a direct connection to the history of the Kahuna range. The Grade 1 English Willow and Players shape make it a genuine cricket bat, while its unique 2016 AB De Villiers graphic and one-off status give it particular collector appeal.
Key features
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Exclusive one-of-one Kookaburra Kahuna Players cricket bat
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Historic 2016 Kahuna graphic associated with AB De Villiers
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Grade 1 English Willow
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Full duck-bill Players shape with square toe
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Semi oval handle
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Handmade by Kookaburra Head Bat Maker Lachlan Dinger
Why buy this Kookaburra Kahuna from Players Sports?
This is a genuinely exclusive piece from the history of the Kookaburra Kahuna. Only five one-of-one Kahuna Players bats were handmade especially for Players Sports for Kookaburra Week 2026, with each representing a different era of the Kahuna. Players Sports also offers specialist cricket bat advice and access to our Cricket Bat Workshop at Greenlane, helping you make an informed decision when choosing a premium English willow bat.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kookaburra Kahuna Players 2016 AB De Villiers Cricket Bat designed to be used?
Yes. This is a premium Grade 1 English Willow cricket bat made to be played with. Its one-of-one status and historic 2016 AB De Villiers graphics make it particularly special, but underneath the retro presentation is a genuine Grade 1, handmade Players cricket bat.
What makes this AB De Villiers Kahuna different from a standard Kookaburra bat?
This bat is one of only five one-of-one Kahuna Players bats handmade specifically for Players Sports for Kookaburra Week 2026. Each bat uses a historic Kahuna graphic linked to a player from that era, with this individual bat celebrating AB De Villiers and the 2016 Kahuna design.
Who made the Kookaburra Kahuna Players 2016 AB De Villiers Cricket Bat?
The bat was individually handmade by Lachlan Dinger, Kookaburra's Head Bat Maker, inside the Melbourne Batcave. It uses Grade 1 English Willow with a full duck-bill Players shape, square toe and semi oval handle.
Can I choose another bat with the same 2016 AB De Villiers graphics?
No. This particular 2016 AB De Villiers Kahuna is a one-of-one bat. There are five exclusive Kahuna Players bats in the Players Sports collection, but each represents a different Kahuna era.
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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
| 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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