Some of the 10 most expensive cricket bats in history are linked to iconic moments and legendary players. These bats, used in record-breaking performances and championship victories, have fetched extraordinary prices at auctions, reflecting their value as symbols of cricketing excellence and milestones cherished by fans and collectors alike.
10. Chris Gayle 2012 T20I World Cup Bat
Former West Indies cricketer Chris Gayle played a pivotal role in his team’s first T20I World Cup win in 2012, scoring 222 runs across seven matches. The Spartan bat he used during that tournament was auctioned in 2021 for ₹40 lakhs, making it one of the most valuable cricket memorabilia.
9. AB de Villiers 2015 Century Bat
Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers, renowned for his innovative shots and aggressive batting in ODIs, set the record for the fastest century off 31 balls against the West Indies in 2015. The Kookaburra bat he used in that match was auctioned for ₹45 lakhs, highlighting his legendary career.
8. Kumar Sangakkara 2014 T20 World Cup Bat
Sri Lankan cricket legend Kumar Sangakkara played a pivotal role in Sri Lanka’s 2014 T20 World Cup victory, scoring an unbeaten 52 in the final against India. The Kookaburra bat he used during this iconic innings was later auctioned for ₹50 lakhs, underscoring his contribution to the team’s success.
7. Steve Smith 2015 Ashes Century Bat
Australia’s Steve Smith, regarded as one of the finest Test cricketers, was pivotal in the 2015 Ashes series, amassing 508 runs at an average of 56.44, including a memorable double century at Lord’s. The Kookaburra bat he used during this series was auctioned for ₹60 lakhs, reflecting its iconic status.
6. Virat Kohli 2018 Test Century Bat
Virat Kohli, a cricketing icon, dominated Test cricket in 2018, amassing 1,322 runs at an average of 55.03. His MRF-sponsored bat from that period was auctioned in December 2021 for ₹75 lakhs (approximately $750K USD), highlighting its immense value and his legendary career.
5. Brian Lara 1994 Century Bat
In 1994, Brian Lara made cricket history with an unbeaten 400 runs in a Test match against England in Antigua, using a renowned English willow bat. This bat was later auctioned for ₹80 lakhs (about $1.2 million) in December 2021, commemorating Lara’s monumental achievement.
4. Sachin Tendulkar 2003 World Cup Bat
In the 2003 Cricket World Cup, Sachin Tendulkar delivered an extraordinary performance, amassing 673 runs, including a memorable 98 against Pakistan. His equipment from the tournament, such as MRF and Adidas bats, was auctioned in December 2021, fetching ₹1 crore (approximately $1 million USD), underscoring his iconic stature in cricket history.
3. Gary Sobers 1968 Bat
In August 1968, Sir Garfield Sobers made history as the first cricketer to hit six sixes in a single over during a first-class match. His Gray Nicolls bat from that legendary feat was auctioned in December 2021, fetching ₹1.2 crore (around $1.6 million USD), a testament to his enduring legacy in cricket.
2. MS Dhoni 2011 World Cup six Hitting Bat
In the 2011 ODI World Cup final, MS Dhoni’s unforgettable six off Nuwan Kulasekara sealed India’s triumph, ending a 28-year title drought. The Reebok bat used for this iconic moment was auctioned in December 2021 for ₹1.5 crore (around $2 million USD), reflecting its profound historical significance.
1. Donald Bradman 1934 Ashes Series Bat
Sir Donald Bradman, celebrated as one of cricket’s greatest, showcased his brilliance in the 1934 Ashes series, scoring 758 runs at an average of 94.75. His Kookaburra bat from that iconic series was auctioned in December 2021 for ₹1.9 crore (around $2.5 million USD) and is now a prized exhibit at the Bradman Museum in Bowral, Australia.
| SL.NO. | Most Expensive Cricket Bats | Price |
| 1 | Donald Bradman’s 1934 Ashes Bat | 1,90,00,000 |
| 2 | MS Dhoni 2011 World Cup Final Bat | 1,50,00,000 |
| 3 | Gary Sobers 1968 Bat | 1,20,00,000 |
| 4 | Sachin Tendulkar 2003 World Cup Bat | 1,00,00,000 |
| 5 | Brian Lara 1994 Century Bat | 80,00,000 |
| 6 | Virat Kohli 2018 Test Century Bat | 75,00,000 |
| 7 | Steve Smith 2015 Ashes Century Bat | 60,00,000 |
| 8 | Kumar Sangakkara 2014 World Cup Bat | 50,00,000 |
| 9 | AB de Villiers 2015 ODI Century Bat | 45,00,000 |
| 10 | Chris Gayle 2012 T20 World Cup Bat | 40,00,000 |