Used cricket bats in the UAE typically sell for AED 99 to AED 740 (about $27 to $200). Bats are judged on the willow grade and whether the blade has been properly knocked in and maintained.
What cricket bats are worth in the UAE
| Condition | Typical | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | AED 741 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | AED 630 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | AED 482 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | AED 334 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | AED 185 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
Guide ranges converted from sterling at the 2 August 2026 rate, not quotes — sellers set their own price. Grades are seller-declared; WishThrift does not inspect or verify them.
What lifts the price
- No cracks in the blade or splice
- Properly knocked in with an intact face
What pulls it down
- Cracks at the toe or edges
- Dried-out, unoiled blades
Selling a cricket bat in the UAE
Bank transfer and cash on collection are both normal. Confirm funds have cleared before handing anything over.
The UAE has an unusually active second-hand market driven by how often people arrive and leave — relocation sales mean good-quality items turn over quickly and often at well below their age.
Trading is not open in the Emirates yet, so treat this as a reference page: the pricing and the checks below hold, but the listings will appear once sellers here start posting.
The Emirates is a pre-launch market, so this is what a seller here should expect when it opens. The population turns over unusually fast, and that shapes the whole market: relocation sales put nearly-new furniture, appliances and cars on the market at heavy discounts, and the best stock appears in concentrated bursts as people leave. Distances are short and courier coverage is quick and cheap, so postage is rarely the obstacle it is elsewhere. Expect buyers to move fast and to expect a reply the same day.
Working out what yours is worth
- Check the toe and edges for cracking
- Inspect the splice where handle meets blade
Getting it ready
- Identify the willow grade and whether it is English or Kashmir willow — the price difference is large.
- Check the face for cracks, the edges for splits and the toe for swelling or damage.
Photograph
- The back, showing the spine and any sticker with grade
- The edges and the toe close up
- The handle and grip, plus any crack, split or repair
Put in the description
- English or Kashmir willow, and the grade
- Weight in pounds and ounces, and the size (Harrow, SH, LH)
- Face, edge and toe condition, and any repair
Long and awkward to post, so expect a length surcharge. Wrap the toe and edges well — that is where transit damage lands.
March through August, peaking at the start of the season. Off-season listings sell slowly.
It costs nothing to list
There is no listing fee, no selling fee and no commission, so the AED 741 a buyer pays is the AED 741 you keep. You and the buyer settle up and arrange the handover between yourselves; WishThrift does not hold the money or ship the item.
Where in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates is a big place and what sells well moves with it. These are the parts of the United Arab Emirates with their own page for cricket bats.
Common questions
Where can I sell a cricket bat in the UAE?
List it free on WishThrift and deal with the buyer direct. There is no selling fee, so the whole amount stays with you. Bank transfer and cash on collection are both normal. Confirm funds have cleared before handing anything over.
Has it been knocked in?
Say so. A properly knocked-in bat is ready to use and worth more than one that still needs the work.
What is the difference between English and Kashmir willow?
English willow is lighter, more responsive and considerably more valuable. Kashmir willow is denser and sells for much less.
Do grains matter?
They indicate the willow’s age and quality. Straight, even grains are what buyers look for, and the count is worth stating.
More: how to sell a cricket bat, what cricket bats are worth, or Sports & Outdoors across the United Arab Emirates.