GM Jacob Bethell Player's Edition Cricket Bat

The GM Jacob Bethell Player's Edition Cricket Bat is a premium cricket bat from the GM Maxi range, crafted to reflect the exact specifications used by England batting all-rounder Jacob Bethell. Made from specially selected Grade 1 English Willow, it is built for advanced and competitive players who demand explosive stroke play and consistent performance across all formats. Featuring a 555mm blade, DXM technology, and Fuze Grip, it delivers powerful hitting with precise tactile control, ideal for multi-format players who combine aggression with reliability at the crease.

Product specifications

• Material: English Willow - Grade 1

• Bat Grade: Players Edition

• Blade Length: 555mm

• Handle Length: Short Handle (SH)

• Handle Material: Treble Spring Multi-Piece Cane

• Face Profile: F2

• Manufacturing Technology: DXM

• Country of Manufacture: United Kingdom

On the field, the Jacob Bethell Player’s Edition combines strong power with a composed, well-balanced feel, responding smoothly across a wide range of shots. It gives players the confidence to defend, rotate the strike, or accelerate when required, while the Fuze Grip provides a secure, comfortable hold for assured control throughout an innings. Finished with GM NOW! and ToeTek™ as standard, it is match-ready from the outset with enhanced toe protection for added durability.

Who is the GM Jacob Bethell Player's Edition Cricket Bat for?

• Advanced and competitive players seeking professional-level performance across all formats

• Multi-format batters who need a bat that performs reliably in both attacking and controlled situations

• Explosive stroke players who value precise tactile feedback alongside hitting power

• All-rounders who bat long innings and require consistent comfort and control throughout

• Club to international-level players looking for a full-profile bat with balanced pick-up

FAQs

1. What makes this bat suited to multi-format cricket? 

The 555mm blade, F2 profile, and DXM technology deliver consistent performance across match situations, from explosive T20 stroke play to controlled innings-building in longer formats.

2. What is the Fuze Grip, and how does it affect performance? 

The Fuze Grip balances vibration dampening with tactile sensitivity, reducing the sting of mishits while maintaining the batter's feel for timing and edge feedback throughout play.

3. How does the Bethell edition differ from other 555mm Players Edition bats? 

Built on the Maxi range profile with a 65mm swell and Fuze Grip, this bat is optimised for all-round stroke play, suiting multi-format batters who need reliability in both aggressive and controlled batting situations.

4. Is this bat suitable for T20 cricket as well as longer formats? 

Yes, the 555mm blade and DXM pick-up support explosive short-format hitting, while the F2 profile and treble spring handle deliver the control and feel needed for longer innings.

Jacob Bethell Players Edition DXM

Players Edition Bats supplied with Protective Bat Case 

Jacob is currently using Maxi labels with the following bat dimensions:

Swell depth = 65mm
Edge depth = 39mm

Weight between 2.9lb -2.10 1/2 lb

Fuze Grip

ORIGINAL L.E. Specification, Special Selection
The finest unbleached seasoned Grade 1 English Willow
Selected for grain structure and weight
Limited by willow availability
Bats individually tested to ensure 5 Star performance
Fitted with top quality treble spring multi-piece cane handle for outstanding feel, flex and control
GM NOW! & ToeTek™ finish fitted as standard