I've been looking at a few new bats to continue my assault on the duck award this season.
One of the fellas in the team who is not in contention for that award has a Malik Bubber Sher, which pings like a legend. I've been thinking of picking one up, I'm looking for around 2.9 - 2.10 and found something perfect on ebay.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/MB-Malik-cricket-bat-Bubber-Sher-Limited-Edition-Twin-Cleft-2-9-2-10-lbs-/250911810763?pt=AU_Cricket_Sporting_Equipment&hash=item3a6b8264cbIt also claims to be "twin cleft", which I guess means its a laminate? No dramas if it is, I need every damn advantage I can get.
Has anyone had any experience with Malik bats, particularly the bubba sher and particularl the "twin cleft"?
a) Are they generally good bats, or did my mate just luck out? He said he only spent 1/2 that.
b) Is it worth $500 AU (322 pounds - remembering we generally get hosed in Australia on English willow products)
c) Buying from Ebay....... I understand the risks, but is there any questions I can ask to minimise the risk of getting a plank?
d) Wife aggro..... How do you avoid it when another cricket bat arrives?