The Slazenger V200 Ultimate Cricket Bat is brand new for 2011 and is designed to offer you an optimum balance of power and control for uncompromising all round play. The lowered 'middle' combined with balanced pick up delivers excellent playability for batsmen who love to take the attack to the bowlers with stroke play.Constructed from hand selected performance English Willow that is traditionally crafted and pressed to deliver optimum performance. Features a Power Handle that is made from premium cane and oval shaped to deliver improved power, feel, grip and performance.This bat is pre knocked in and utilises a toe guard to ensure durability and performance from the outset. The contoured toe is designed to further enhance the impressive pick up whilst the subtle bow employed helps to deliver increased power and control.The Linear Edge profile with wood crafted toward the middle and edges delivers an extended sweet spot that'll encourage boundaries and match winning innings'.The V200 Panther is constructed from Kashmir Willow.