Cricket Bat Size Chart for Kids & Adults

Choosing the right bat size is the single most important decision when buying a cricket bat. A bat that is too big slows your swing and ruins your timing; one that is too small robs you of power. This guide gives you a simple size chart for kids and adults, then shows you how to confirm the fit in 30 seconds.

Cricket bat size chart by height

Use your height first, then check the fit with the stance test below. The ranges are approximate because makers cut their sizes slightly differently.

The stance test: confirm your size in 30 seconds

1. Stand in your normal batting stance with the toe of the bat resting on the ground.
2. Hold the handle with your top hand only. Your arm should be able to stay relaxed without the bat leaning away from your body.
3. If you must reach forward or lift your shoulder to hold the bat, it is too long. If your hand sits well down the handle and the bat looks short, it is too small.

A quick check with the bat upright: the top of the handle should reach about the middle of your thigh when you stand straight with the toe on the ground.

Harrow, short handle or long handle?

The Harrow size sits between junior and adult bats and suits tall teenagers. Most adult players use a short handle bat, which is easier to control. Long handle bats suit tall players who want extra reach and a higher hand position. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller one, because control matters more than a little extra length.

Weight matters as much as length

Two bats of the same size can weigh very differently. For adults, most hard ball bats weigh roughly 1,100 to 1,250 grams, but pick-up matters more than the number on a scale. Lift the bat and play a few shadow shots: it should feel balanced, not heavy in your top hand. Young players should always choose the lighter option.

Common sizing mistakes

• Buying a bigger bat for a child to "grow into". It leads to bad technique.
• Choosing by age instead of height.
• Ignoring the grip: a thick grip can make the bat feel bigger than it is.

Ready to choose your bat?

Browse our Grade 1 English Willow bats, our Harrow size bats for tall juniors, or our Kashmir Willow bats for practice and tennis ball cricket. If you are unsure which size fits you, message us your height and playing level and we will help you choose.