The Changing Era of Cricket Bats
Batsmen have always dominated cricket, but the fast pace of T20 has made batting even more exciting. Cricket bats have also evolved with changing technology, making hitting fours and sixes seem increasingly easy.
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Not MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, or Sachin Tendulkar: This cricketer's bat is the World’s most expensive bat, his name is…, The other players are…
Discover the world’s most expensive cricket bat—not owned by Dhoni, Kohli, or Sachin. Find out which legend tops the list and who follows.
By Ankit Kumar | Updated: November 17, 2025 12:32 PM IST
Why do expensive bats become part of history?
Cricketers often use ordinary bats, but some bats, due to their historical significance, become the most valuable bats in the world. These bats fetch incredible prices at auction.
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Cricket Bats as Treasures for Collectors
Bats used by many legendary players become extremely rare due to their sentimental and historical value. This is why many bats have been sold for crores of rupees worldwide.
Sir Don Bradman's 1934 Ashes Bat
Bradman's 1934 Ashes series bat created history. He played memorable innings of 304 and 244 with this bat. This bat was auctioned for ₹1.9 crore and is now preserved in the Bradman Museum.
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MS Dhoni's 2011 World Cup Final Bat
The bat Dhoni used to hit the winning six to win India the World Cup sold for ₹1.5 crore (US$1.2 million). It is considered one of the most sought-after cricket bats in the world.
Gary Sobers' 1968 Memorable Bat
The bat used by Sobers during his brilliant innings in 1968 was auctioned for approximately ₹1.2 crore (US$1.2 million). This bat is one of the most precious treasures in cricket history.
Sachin Tendulkar's 2003 World Cup Bat
Sachin Tendulkar, the leading run-scorer in the 2003 World Cup, had his bat sold for ₹1 crore (US$1.2 million). Made from English willow, this bat remains a hot topic among collectors.
Brian Lara's record-breaking 375-run bat
Lara's bat, which he used to score 375 runs against England in 1994, fetched ₹80 lakh (US$8 million). This bat is among the most iconic memories of his career.
Bats of Kohli, Smith, Sangakkara, and de Villiers
Virat Kohli's 2018 Test bat against England sold for ₹7.5 million. Steve Smith's 2015 Ashes bat was auctioned for ₹6 million. Kumar Sangakkara's T20 World Cup-winning bat sold for ₹5 million. AB de Villiers' 31-ball century bat was bought for ₹4.5 million.
Chris Gayle's T20 World Cup Bat
Gayle's explosive 2012 T20 World Cup bat was auctioned for ₹4 million. This bat is considered a symbol of his "Universe Boss" tag.