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GM Rival English Willow Cricket Bat
GM Rival English Willow Cricket Bat
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Shipping & pickup
Shipping & pickup
Free shipping across Canada on orders over $100.
Standard delivery takes about 3 to 9 business days via UPS.
Free local pickup at 53 Saintsbury Crescent, Brampton.
14-day returns
14-day returns
Return within 14 days. Returns are free if the product is unopened and unused.
Questions? Call 437-982-8483.
Speed. Precision. Ruthlessness.
The Rival doesn’t play to participate – it plays to win.
Every detail in the Rival’s design is engineered for impact. Its bold chequered-flag livery is a statement of intent – fast, aggressive, and built to dominate from first ball to last.
Crafted for players who play on the edge, the Rival delivers high-performance output through a low swell profile, explosive pick-up, and a shape that thrives under pressure. This is a bat for competitors – not passengers.
No hesitation. No looking back. The Rival is Built To Win.
The Rival also features a new Apex grip, delivering traction and peak grip performance when it counts most.
One of a host of 2026 English Willow bats that carry a striking new design, the Rival features the traditional L555 blade length, a low swell, and a clean, powerful profile tailored for boundary-hunters.
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Grades of English Willow
Not all English willow is equal. Watch our short video on how willow is graded and what to look for when choosing a bat.
Grades of English Willow
Not all English willow is equal. Watch our short video on how willow is graded and what to look for when choosing a bat.
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Bat Care Guide: Extend the life of your Cricket...
A few minutes of care keeps your bat match-ready. Learn how to tape the edges, fit a toe guard, oil the blade and store your bat so it lasts season...
Bat Care Guide: Extend the life of your Cricket...
A few minutes of care keeps your bat match-ready. Learn how to tape the edges, fit a toe guard, oil the blade and store your bat so it lasts season...
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Method to knock in your New Cricket Bat
Knocking in a new cricket bat compresses the fibres of the blade and helps prevent cracking. Here is how to oil, knock in and test your bat the right way.
Method to knock in your New Cricket Bat
Knocking in a new cricket bat compresses the fibres of the blade and helps prevent cracking. Here is how to oil, knock in and test your bat the right way.