Cricket stadium inspired strap

The Cover Drive Collection, launched in 2020, was created to celebrate cricket sport that holds a special place in India and is followed across the world in various formats. Cricket has been played for centuries, evolving in style, players, and techniques, and today it is one of the most-watched sports globally. 

While watches inspired by tennis, racing, or other sports are common, a watch inspired by cricket is rare. The Cover Drive stands out with its distinctive design features, including a bezel that allows the wearer to track overs in a match. The collection consists of five variants, each inspired by an important element of the game. 

The Cover Drive Collection consists of five distinctive variants, each celebrating a different aspect of the game. The Outfield captures the lush green cricket ground where countless matches unfold, featuring a matte-green dial that mirrors the turf. The Pitch pays homage to the 22-yard strip where legends are made - a place where cricket gods create magic expressed through a rich matte-brown dial. The Men in Blue takes its inspiration from the iconic blue jersey of the Indian cricket team, a symbol of national pride. The Yellow Jersey salutes the Southern Indian teams, featuring a vibrant yellow dial reminiscent of their spirited energy. And then there’s The Pavilion, the sanctum where strategies are crafted, teams unite, and the game is watched closest.

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Every Cover Drive watch features a remarkable sandwich dial construction, offering depth and dimension to its design. But the story doesn’t stop there. From the stump-shaped indices to the Cover Drive shot caseback, every element carries the language of cricket. Even the leather straps often overlooked are steeped in meaning, paying homage to India’s most iconic cricketing grounds.

The Pitch comes with the Chepauk Cheroot strap, crafted from oil-pulled leather that captures the tone and atmosphere of Chennai’s legendary ground, home to swing masterclasses and marathon innings. The Outfield features the Wankhede Tan strap, mirroring the golden hues of a Mumbai sunset over the stadium where India lifted the 2011 World Cup. The Pavilion is paired with the Chinnaswamy Cognac strap, inspired by Bengaluru’s electric energy and the ground that witnessed the debut of India’s women’s Test team. Meanwhile, the Yellow Jersey and Men in Blue variants are paired with the Century Black strap, a tribute to every hard-earned hundred. The white stitching along the sides evokes the seam of a cricket ball, tying the story together with elegance and intent.

Each watch features a Swiss movement and high-grade Swiss Super-Luminova ®, a rarity in Indian watches. The 3D-embossed caseback adds yet another layer of storytelling, blending technical excellence with emotional depth. With the Cover Drive, we’ve captured the spirit of a sport that unites millions, so you can carry that on your wrist.

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