Gunn & Moore Diamond Original Cricket Bat (26)

The Diamond is GM's headline profile for 2026, and the Original is its top willow tier below the Limited Edition — premium unbleached, seasoned Grade 1 English willow. It's the grade for the player who wants genuine GM performance willow at a strong price.

The new 2026 Diamond shape keeps the classic mid swell but adds a flowing contoured spine for a bigger hitting area, paired with the F4.5 PowerArc face and a traditional full L555 blade. That makes it a balanced, versatile profile that works for players right through the order — opener to finisher. A 295mm Sarawak cane handle fitted with GM's new Halo grip gives the control to time it, and it's made in Nottingham, England. A current 2026 model and a serious players bat we'll hand-pick and prepare in the pro shop.

Key features

• 🏏 Grade 1 English willow — GM's Original tier, premium willow.
• 💎 Flowing contoured spine — A bigger hitting area for 2026.
• ⚡ F4.5 PowerArc face, L555 blade — Mid swell, clean pick-up.
• ✅ Balanced and versatile — For players across the order.

Specifications

FAQ

Why is the Diamond GM's headline bat for 2026?

It's the profile GM has built its 2026 range around — a versatile mid-swell shape with a flowing contoured spine for a bigger hitting area, suited to players across the order.

What does Original mean in the GM range?

Original is the top willow tier below the Limited Edition — premium Grade 1 English willow. The LE uses GM's finest hand-selected clefts above it.

What willow grade is it?

Grade 1 English willow, unbleached and seasoned. We hand-pick each piece in-store.

Is it a power bat or a balanced bat?

It's a balanced, versatile profile — the mid swell and contoured spine give a big hitting area without committing to pure low-swell power. Come and feel the pick-up.

Do you knock it in?

Yes — our pro shop prepares premium bats properly so they're match-ready and protected.