About Us

DKP Cricket is a UK Based bespoke online cricket store specialising in quality equipment at affordable prices for the amateur cricketer, albiet with a difference. We don’t bother with stock pictures as we believe that every cricket bat is different so it is important for you the customer to see the exact bat you will receive before purchasing.  We exclusively offer a video review of any bat you are interested in on request. We sell the same quality and models that you would see the pros using in Test Cricket, IPL and Big Bash. So even if you play at grass roots level why not have the best cricket gear to boost your confidence.

 We always source the best cricket gear from the biggest brands which would be the first choice of the worlds finest players. These include, SS TON, New Balance, SG, CA Sports, BAS Vampire and many more. Many of our bats are hand selected, based on ping and pickup with the added advantage of us picking ones which have nice grain structure too. We appreciate it is not easy choosing to buy cricket gear online especially cricket bats so we look to provide as much detail as possible about the each product with plenty of product pictures of the exact bat you would purchase. In addition, we are just a phone call away to provide further information no matter how small your question is.

Here at DKP Cricket Ltd we pride ourselves on the fact that we are very knowledgeable on cricket equipment having dealt with manufacturers directly for a number of years. It also helps that we have been playing league cricket for over 40 years so it is fair to say we have a good understanding of the requirements of a cricketer.

We are also unique in a sense that we don’t bother with stock pictures as we believe that every bat is different so it is important for the customer to see the exact bat they will receive so all the bats on website are of bats that you can choose from. If you would like to see more images please do not hesitate to contact us via the form below or are online 'Chat with us!' and we will endeavor to send across the images.

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We pride ourselves in being one of the few bespoke cricket service providers who offer a customised bat delivery option from start to finish, made to your every specification to ensure that you are confident with your choice and happy with the service provided. 

Size Guide

We firmly understand how difficult it may be to order certain items that we stock online.  We also appreciate that cricket equipment, particularly cricket bats, can be a significant cost to you, so we have put together a complete size guide which should provide support and point you in the right direction.  If you have any further questions or queries about your purchase, please feel free to contact us on info@dkpcricketonline.com

If you order online and receive your goods, but for whatever reason they don't fit or feel quite right, you are safe in the knowledge that we offer a returns policy, which means that you can opt for either an exchange or refund if the goods are returned to us (in their original condition) within 7 days. Please note laser engraved and Custom-made Cricket Bats are excluded for a refund or exchange.

Cricket Bats Size Guide

Choosing the correct size cricket bat is vital for the proper technical development of young players. It is important that the bat is not too long and, more importantly, not too heavy to hinder correct stroke play and good technique. Junior cricket bats are scaled down in size and weight to meet this important requirement. Below is an accurate guide to help you choose an accurate size for both junior and senior cricketers:

Find your correct cricket bat size in the chart below.

If you're on the borderline between two sizes, we would recommend ordering the larger size.

Please Note: While Long Handle cricket bats are advisable for taller players, and are particularly useful for digging out Yorkers, it is not uncommon to see adults over 6ft 3” tall using a short handle bat - mainly because the grip is generally deemed to be more comfortable.  It just comes down to personal taste.  If you are still unsure on the correct size, we would recommend that you message us and we will offer our expert advice

Bat Care & Knocking-In Service

Every English Willow cricket bat needs to be oiled and knocked in before use.  A summary of the process is as follows:

Oiling

Oiling stops the willow from drying out and therefore greatly reduces the risk of cracking.  If you are buying a covered bat, or one fitted with an anti-scuff sheet, there is less oiling needed as these bats are able to retain their moisture – but please don’t overlook the exposed areas around the edges and toe of the bat.  For natural faced bats, apply a light coat of linseed, or specialist bat oil, to the blade and edges, using a soft rag or your finger.  You can also oil the back, but this isn't essential.  Be careful not to oil the splice, handle, stickers and never stand the bat in oil.  It is also very important not to over oil the bat as this can increase the weight and cause ‘wood rot’.  Indeed, under oiling is better.  Once the oil is applied, leave in a horizontal position – bat face up – so the oil can soak through the blade.   Allow the bat to stand for twenty-four hours.  Covered bats can then move on to the “knocking-in” stage, while uncovered bats will need to be oiled again at least once (but we would recommend twice), repeating the process exactly.

DKP Cricket "Knocking-In" Service

3 Steps we do to ensure the bat is near enough match ready as possible:

• Two coats of linseed oil

• 3-4 hours of hand knocking in

• Apply a scuff sheet (clear or mesh)

We believe that once you have purchased your cricket bat the next stage is the most important aspect in attaining the most out of your bat, in terms of performance and longevity. We will firstly apply two coats over 48 hours of high quality bat wax which is linseed oil in solid form.

The knocking in process is a labour intensive process so if you would like this done by us we will make sure that it is done thoroughly and the bat pings when you receive it so you can clear the boundaries effortlessly.

Knocking in a cricket bat is a noisy, laborious process that we realise is not for everyone, especially if you don’t want to upset your housemates or neighbours! So if you don’t have the time or inclination to knock in your own bat, don’t worry – we’ll gladly do it for you.  The service will include oiling, knocking-in and, if required, the application of edge tape and an anti-scuff sheet.  Unlike various other cricket shops, we do not rely on a machine for our handiwork.  No, no, no - we do it the old fashioned way, by hand - using a wooden bat mallet.  This way the most vulnerable areas of the bat, like the toe and edges, get full attention and are properly knocked in, not just the sweet spot.  So, if you get your bat knocked in with us, it should last you a lot longer than one that's been done by a machine.

If you buy a bat from us, we will include this “Knocking-In” service for £25.00 which is half the price of what many competitors will charge.  We simply ask that you allow an extra five days for us to carry out the service. 

The lifespan of a cricket bat varies, and is dramatically effected by how well the bat is knocked in and how regularly it is oiled.  If you have a covered bat, we recommend that you oil the exposed areas during the off season, or any other period of significant non-cricketing activity – on average once a year. If your bat has a natural face it should be oiled on a monthly basis to ensure consistently high levels of performance.  We would also recommend applying fibreglass tape to the inside and outside edges as this will reduce the risk of cracking in these vulnerable areas.  The “knocking-in” process will not need to be repeated, however, unless you start noticing seam marks appearing on the face, in which case we recommend another coat of oil and one more hour of “knocking-in”.