Kookaburra Kahuna 5.1 Legend Cricket Bat
Overview
The Kookaburra Kahuna 5.1 Legend Cricket Bat embodies the heritage of a design originally created in collaboration with Ricky Ponting. Crafted for the dynamic stroke player, this bat delivers exceptional balance, power, and precision. Its enduring profile and consistent performance characteristics make it a trusted choice for modern players who demand reliability and responsiveness at the crease.
Features
- Designed with a higher sweet spot for dominant stroke play.
- Edge thickness ranging from approximately 34mm to 37mm.
- Rounded edges and rounded face profile for smooth pick-up and control.
- Standard toe profile and oval handle for improved grip stability.
- Spine height between 63mm and 67mm for optimal energy transfer.
- Light scalloping (1mm–2mm) and bow (10mm–12mm) for enhanced balance.
- ‘Spira’ grip ensures superior comfort and control.
- Supplied with ‘Kookaburra Pre-Prepared’ (KPP) so only 4 hours of knocking in needed..
Design and Materials
The Kahuna 5.1 Legend features premium English willow, hand-selected for consistent grain and strength. Its distinctive green Kookaburra branding symbolises both tradition and performance. The bat’s carefully engineered weight distribution provides a light pick-up, while its oval handle and quality ‘Spira’ grip deliver confident handling for all-round stroke play.
Key Technologies
Kookaburra Pre-Prepared (KPP): Factory-prepared finish reduces knocking-in time to 4 hours, ensuring quicker readiness for play.
Spira Grip: Specially designed grip pattern enhances comfort and control during play, reducing hand fatigue.
Optimised Power Profile: High sweet spot and spine height generate explosive power without compromising manoeuvrability.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Profile |
Higher Sweet Spot |
| Edge Thickness |
Approx. 34mm – 37mm |
| Edge Profile |
Rounded |
| Face Profile |
Rounded |
| Toe Profile |
Standard |
| Spine Height |
Approx. 63mm – 67mm |
| Scallop |
Approx. 1mm – 2mm |
| Bow |
Approx. 10mm – 12mm |
| Handle |
Oval |
| Grip |
‘Spira’ Grip |
| Preparation |
‘Kookaburra Pre-Prepared’ (KPP) |
VKS Review
The Kookaburra Kahuna 5.1 Legend offers an exceptional blend of power and balance, ideal for players who enjoy playing aggressively off both front and back foot. The high sweet spot rewards clean hitters, while the responsive willow and comfortable handle make extended batting sessions effortless and consistent.
Q&A Section
Q: Is the Kahuna 5.1 suitable for professional-level play?
A: Yes, it is crafted from high-quality English willow and designed to meet the demands of advanced and professional players.
Q: Does the bat require knocking-in before use?
A: Thanks to Kookaburra Pre-Prepared (KPP) technology, the bat needs only 4 hoursl knocking-in.
Q: What type of player is this bat best suited for?
A: It is perfect for dynamic stroke players who value control, timing, and powerful shot-making across all formats of the game.
