Grade Five bats typically have wide grains that are not necessarily straight, along with a significant proportion of coloured wood, butterfly staining, knots, or blemishes. As such, they’re usually bleached to give the blade a cleaner appearance. Wider grains means younger wood, and younger wood improves in performance over time. That makes Grade Five bats a great option if you know you’ll be using the bat regularly, whether that’s for matches, training, or casual practice.
Please note that these are typical characteristics. While we work closely with our partner brands to provide the best bats for you, we are unable to guarantee a specific number of grains or the overall appearance of the willow on individual bats.
New Balance TC 500 Max Cricket Bat
Stay in control with the New Balance TC 500 Max Cricket Bat in White/Navy, part of NB’s Traditional Cricket range.
Designed for players who like to craft an innings with thoughtful strokeplay, the TC 500 Max has a mid-blade swell that lends itself to timed drives, late cuts, and reactive hooks and pulls.Make no mistake, there’s plenty of bat here, with thick edges providing easy power even for off-centre hits. And when you do middle a shot, the ping is about as satisfying as cricket gets.There’s a reason Joe Root has endorsed the TC range for so long – it’s pure class.
Grade 5
Choose the Right Cricket Bat Size
Cricket bats come in various sizes, each suited to different age groups, heights and playing preferences. Take a look at our size guide below and find the best cricket bat for you.
Cricket bats come in various sizes, each suited to different age groups, heights and playing preferences. Take a look at our size guide below and find the best cricket bat for you.
Cricket Bat Size Guide
| Bat Size | Length of Bat (inches) | Length of Bat (cm) | Player Height (cm) | Approximate Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size 0 | 24-27 | 61-68.5 | Below 122 | 3-4 years |
| Size 1 | 27-28 | 68.5-71 | 122-129 | 4-5 years |
| Size 2 | 29-30 | 73.5-76 | 130-136 | 6-7 years |
| Size 3 | 30-31 | 76-78.5 | 137-144 | 8-9 years |
| Size 4 | 31-32 | 78.5-81 | 145-151 | 9-10 years |
| Size 5 | 32-33 | 81-84 | 152-159 | 10-11 years |
| Size 6 | 33-34 | 84-86.5 | 160-164 | 11-12 years |
| Harrow | 32-33 | 81-84 | 165-169 | 12-14 years |
| Short Handle | 32-33.5 | 81-85 | 170-182 | 15+ years |
| Long Handle | 33.5-34.5 | 85-87.5 | 183+ | 15+ years |
Features
• TC range endorsed by Joe Root, Matthew Wade, and Pat Cummins
• Grade 5 English willow
• Mid-blade swell
• Big edges
• Six-piece Singapore cane semi-oval handle
• Hybrid light blue grip
• Black toe guard
• Weight: 2lb 8oz – 2lb 11oz
• Please note: While we understand how difficult it can be to select a bat online, we work closely with our partner brands to provide the best bat for you at each grade and price point. However, we are unfortunately unable to weigh individual bats or to guarantee a specific number of grains per bat
Additional Information
- Quick Ref: 1023778
- Man. Ref: 4TC5MAB
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