CLEAN : Cricket: Old time master carves Stradivarius in willow

The video discusses the preferences of famous players like Steph War and Brian Lara regarding their bats, highlighting the importance of customization in bat making. It explains the process of creating custom bats, focusing on the significance of bat shape and material, particularly English willow, known for its strength and rebound properties. The video concludes with tips for the World Cup, emphasizing support for New Zealand.

Which players are mentioned as having influenced cricket bat design?

• Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers

• Steph War and Brian Lara

• Don Bradman and Shane Warne

• Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting

What is a unique feature of the bats used by some players?

• Shorter handle with a longer blade

• Longer handle with a shorter blade

• Equal length handle and blade

• Curved handle with a flat blade

What was the outcome when a player used a custom bat for the first time?

• He was injured

• He scored a half-century

• He got out for a duck

• He scored a double century

Why is English willow preferred for making cricket bats?

• It is resistant to water

• It is cheap and easily available

• It is strong, light, and has great rebound properties

• It is very heavy and durable

Which country is highlighted as a strong contender for the World Cup?

• Australia

• India

• South Africa

• New Zealand