Bat Review: Newbery Navarone G2

"Wide profile and low sweet spot"

RRP: £450, Owzat price: £359.99, Edge: 40mm, Weight: 2lb 11oz

The Navarone represents a modern twist on the classic Newbery bat, combining traditional influences with contemporary design features.

It is particularly well suited to playing on the low wickets commonly found in England and is described as being "designed to enhance your game with its precision, power, and controlled performance".

In essence, the bat has been created with the club cricketer firmly in mind, offering characteristics intended to support consistent and effective stroke play rather than extreme aggression.

Its wide profile and low sweet spot are designed to complement slower playing conditions, theoretically allowing batters to make the most of limited bounce.

However, initial impressions from testers were mixed. Some were unconvinced by the perceived build quality and the way the bat picked up, and there was little enthusiasm for its appearance. One tester was particularly blunt, labelling the bat as "ugly”.

Opinions shifted once batters began playing their shots. The strong middle and noticeable weight in the hands impressed many testers, helping generate power through the stroke. That said, the bat was not without its challenges.

A number of players found it harder to control when playing pull shots and hooks, suggesting it may reward timing and technique more than free-flowing power play.

Initial impression: 7

Build quality: 5.3

Pick-up/feel: 6.3

Performance: 7.6

OVERALL SCORE: 6.6

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