Excelsior Sports Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Apr 18: In a significant development for the cricket bat industry, a Kashmiri bat manufacturer, GR8 Sports India Private Limited, today announced its debut of Kashmir willow bats and associated equipment in women’s international cricket.
During the ongoing Pakistan tour, nearly half a dozen international cricketers from the West Indies women’s team have been observed using the Kashmir willow bats manufactured by GR8 Sports. In the series, The West Indies will play three ODIs as part of the ICC Women’s Championship, along with five T20 matches.
Fawzul Kabir, Managing Director of GR8 Sports, emphasized: “This achievement is a testament to the relentless hard work, expertise, and craftsmanship combined with the utilization of AI-based cutting-edge technology at GR8 Sports. We have always believed in pushing boundaries and setting new standards in cricket equipment manufacturing.”
He mentioned that this milestone follows the impressive performances in the ICC T20 Cricket World Cups of 2021, 2022, and the ODI World Cup of 2023. “A bat crafted by GR8 Sports led to the longest hit six of the tournament during the ICC T20 World Cup 2022, showcasing the exceptional quality and performance of our products,” he said.
The debut of the bat not only underscores its superior performance but also serves as a myth buster in the cricketing world. “It disproves the misconception that Kashmir willow bats are heavier or inferior to English willow bats, highlighting our commitment to excellence,” he said.
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