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Kookaburra to halt production Graphite bats withdrawn from first-class cricket March 30, 2006 The ICC have confirmed that Kookaburra, the bat manufacturer, has decided to voluntarily withdraw its graphite-reinforced bat from all first-class cricket by October 1. Kookaburra's decision to withdraw the bat from first-class cricket and limited overs competitions played by first-class teams follows its withdrawal of the bat from international cricket earlier this month. The earlier decision was made after the ICC advised Kookaburra that it had received an opinion from MCC, the guardian of the laws of cricket, that the bat does not comply with Law 6. Kookaburra's proposal has been supported by the ICC member countries who have agreed to allow the use of the bats at levels below first-class domestic competition for the duration of the natural lifespan of the bats. Kookaburra has also decided to end the production and distribution of graphite-reinforced bats. There was controversy during England's recent Test against India at Mumbai when Owais Shah, who was making his debut, used one of the reinforced bats during his innings of 88 and 38. © Cricinfo
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Stories MCC changes law on bat handles MCC to come down hard on composite bats MCC seek clarification on illegal bats Kookaburra takes legal advice against MCC ruling Kookaburra plans to laser test illegal bats Kookaburra withdraws graphite bat ICC and Kookaburra agree to withdrawal of bat |
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