In the recent IPL matches we saw batsman use Mongoose cricket bat this is not like normal bats, it has a long handle and a shorter hitting end.
11 March 2010 – Mongoose launched its range in India with the announcement of MATTHEW HAYDEN as an ambassador. This bat is specially designed for pinch hitting and facing short balls, specially for Twenty 20 cricket and is first major redesign since 200 years. Some of the features of this bat are :-
1) Blade is 33% shorter then normal bats.
2) Handle is 43% longer then normal bats.
3) 20% more power as it is lighter and hence batsman can move his hands more quickly.
4) 15% more bat speed.
The Mongoose Bat Specifications
Mathew Hayden used this bat for the first time playing for Chennai Superkings match against the Delhi Daredevils on March 19th 2010. He scored 93 runs out of 43 balls(9 fours & 7 Sixes). As the bat has a shorter blade playing full length and yorker balls becomes tough and batsman is more susceptible.
You can BUY Mongoose Bats from their website costing just $100-$350 – approx INR4500-15000
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