BB International supplied bats for the Wisden Cricket Monthly Bat Test 2026 — one of the game's most respected independent assessments — and emerged with a Top Three finish and widespread critical acclaim.
When Independent Testing Backs Your Confidence
There's no better proof of a bat's quality than an independent verdict from those who know the game best. That's why we're proud to announce that BB International Cricket Bats supplied bats for the Wisden Cricket Monthly Bat Test 2026 - and the results speak for themselves.
Wisden Cricket Monthly is one of cricket's most storied and respected publications. Its annual Bat Test, conducted by experienced cricketers and experts, pits blades from across the world against each other in a rigorous, no-nonsense performance evaluation. Featuring bats from established global manufacturers, it's the kind of test that cuts through marketing noise and reveals what a bat is actually like in the hands.
This year, BB International entered two models from our carefully curated partner brand portfolio: the MIDS Legend Imam 26 and the D&P Hybrid Pro. Both were submitted for independent evaluation on merit alone — and both returned results that reflect the quality we stand behind every day on bbcricketbats.com.
"Independent testing. Premium willow. Ready for the season ahead."
The Results Are In
Assessed purely on performance — feel, pick-up, middle, and power — our bats were ranked alongside established global manufacturers. The outcome exceeded expectations and confirmed what we've always known about the quality we stock.
The Bats That Took the Test
Every bat we stock at BB International is chosen because it meets our exacting standards for willow quality, craftsmanship, and performance. Here are the two models that flew the flag in 2026.
A debut for MIDS in the WCM Bat Test — and what a debut. The Legend Imam 26, used by Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq, brought subcontinental craftsmanship dating back to the 1920s into direct competition with the world's best and finished Third Place.
- Thick edges for power transfer
- Big, pronounced sweet spot
- Treble spring multi-piece cane handle
- Pre-knocked in, ready to play
- Mid-to-low sweet spot
- 15 grains — Grade 1 English Willow
Based in Ottery, Cape Town, D&P is headed up by Paul Borst and is proudly regarded as South Africa's leading cricket brand and bat manufacturer. Their Hybrid Pro brought a light pick-up and impressively wide middle to the Test — perfect for the attacking stroke-maker.
- Pre-oiled and knocked in
- Includes anti-scuff guard
- Minimum of eight straight grains
- Long, wide middle
- Finest Grade 1 English Willow
Why BB International? The Curator's Edge.
At BB International Cricket Bats, we've always done things differently. We're not a superstore stocking every bat under the sun. We're specialist curators — sourcing outstanding international brands and making premium, Grade 1 English willow accessible to UK club cricketers who deserve the best.
Our partnership with brands like MIDS and D&P was built on exactly the same conviction that the Wisden Bat Test rewards: quality of willow, quality of craft, and quality of performance. Every bat we list has been selected because it would hold its own in a test like this.
Curated, Not Catalogued
We stock only the brands and models we believe in — chosen on merit, not margin. If it's on our site, we'd put it in a Bat Test.
Grade 1 English Willow, Always
Every bat we sell is crafted from the finest English willow. No compromise on grade, no compromise on performance.
International Craft, UK Ready
From Cape Town to Sialkot, we bring you the world's finest bat-making traditions — pre-oiled, knocked in, and ready for your first net session.
Supporting independent testing like the Wisden Bat Test is something we do from a position of confidence. We believe in what we sell. And now — independently, objectively, publicly — so does Wisden.
Explore the 2026 Range
The featured models are available now, alongside an expanded 2026 collection of the finest blades from around the world. Whether you're looking for the devastating middle of the MIDS Legend Imam 26, the attacking power of the D&P Hybrid Pro, or a fully custom bat tailored to your game, you'll find it at bbcricketbats.com.
"Whether it's the devastating middle of the MIDS Legend Imam 26 or the refined power of the D&P Hybrid Pro, plus fully custom options for players who know exactly what they want — your next match-winning blade is waiting."
BB International Cricket BatsAll bats are dispatched ready to play — pre-oiled, knocked in, and protected. UK delivery available. Browse the full range, read specifications, and find the bat that fits your game below.
