Phantom Shadow Pro-R Cricket Bat
The Phantom Shadow Pro-R Cricket Bat represents the pinnacle of modern bat engineering, designed specifically for the high-impact T20 and limited-overs formats. Featuring a stealthy, "black-out" aesthetic, the Pro-R is handcrafted from the highest quality Grade 1 English Willow, optimized for a massive sweet spot and a feather-light pickup. Whether you are clearing the ropes at the Naperville Cricket Ground or dominating league play across the Midwest, the Shadow Pro-R delivers the professional-grade performance required for the USA's most competitive levels.
Elite Grade 1 English Willow: Hand-picked for perfect grain linearity and maximum rebound velocity.
Pro-R Power Profile: Engineered with a huge mid-to-low swell and 40mm+ edges for effortless boundary clearing.
Stealth Shadow Design: Premium matte-black branding and high-grip texture for a dominant on-field look.
Engineered for USA Tracks: Pressed to perform on both fast-skidding synthetic and high-quality turf wickets.
✔ Cricket Bat Specifications
- Willow: Grade 1 Unbleached English Willow.
- Sweet Spot: Extended Mid-to-Low swell for versatile stroke play.
- Handle: 12-piece Singapore cane with "Pro-Flex" vibration dampening.
- Pickup: Exceptionally light "duck-bill" profile for increased bat speed.
- Protection: Includes a custom-fit, padded Phantom bat cover.
📌 Detailed Description: The Midwest’s Stealth Weapon
The Phantom Shadow Pro-R is built for the player who wants to combine an intimidating aesthetic with undeniable substance. In the competitive cricket corridors of Naperville and the wider Chicagoland area, players face varying conditions that demand a versatile blade. The Pro-R excels by offering an elongated power zone, ensuring that even off-center hits carry the rope—a necessity for the shorter, high-intensity formats popular in the Midwest.
What defines the "Pro-R" (Professional-Refined) series is the precision pressing. Each cleft is pressed to reach its absolute "peak" performance point, ensuring the willow is lively from ball one. The stealthy matte decals are paired with a unique handle-to-blade ratio that favors high hand speed. For the USA player looking to invest in a genuine "Players" grade willow that stands out from the crowd, the Shadow Pro-R is the ultimate technical advantage.
📌 Comparison Table: Phantom Shadow Pro-R vs. Competitors
| Feature | Phantom Shadow Pro-R | Kookaburra Shadow Pro | Gray-Nicolls Stealth |
| Willow Grade | Grade 1 (Pro Selection) | Grade 2 English Willow | Grade 1/2 Willow |
| Pickup Feel | Feather-Light | Balanced | Traditional |
| Sweet Spot | Extended Mid-to-Low | Mid-High | Mid |
| Edge Size | 40mm - 42mm | 36mm - 38mm | 38mm - 40mm |
| Finish | Full Stealth Matte | Ghost White/Black | Subtle Dark Tones |
📌 Technical Specifications
- Material: 100% Genuine Pro-Grade 1 English Willow.
- Weight Range: 2lb 8oz to 2lb 10oz.
- Grains: 8–12 straight, even grains.
- Handle Shape: Semi-Oval for superior grip alignment and bottom-hand leverage.
- Toe: Tapered with factory-fitted "Shadow-Guard" moisture protection.
- Bow: Moderate pro-bow for improved swing speed and aerodynamic flow.
📌Why Phantom Shadow Pro-R Cricket Bat
1. The "Duck-Bill" Advantage
The Shadow Pro-R features a specialized duck-bill toe. By removing unnecessary weight from the bottom of the bat and redistributing it into the swell, Phantom has created a blade with an incredibly light pickup. This allows batsmen in Naperville to react faster to short-pitched bowling and execute late cuts with surgical precision.
2. Climate-Stabilized for Illinois
The extreme temperature shifts in the Midwest—from humid summers to dry indoor winter training—can be brutal on premium willow. The Pro-R is subjected to a proprietary natural seasoning process that stabilizes the wood’s moisture content, preventing premature cracking and ensuring the "ping" stays lively season after season.
3. Pro-Flex Singapore Cane Handle
Face 90mph+ deliveries with total confidence. The 12-piece cane handle is interleaved with high-grade rubber laminates to absorb the "sting" of off-center hits. This technology ensures that your hands remain comfortable throughout long innings or intense sessions in the Illinois indoor academies.
4. Hand-Finished Perfection
Every Shadow Pro-R is hand-buffed and inspected for grain linearity. When you purchase this bat, you are receiving a technical instrument built to the exact specifications of professional players on the global circuit.
| Brand | Phantom |
| Bat Size | SH |