Cricket has always been a dangerous sport. Many cricketers have fallen prey to deadly injuries over the years. This highlights the importance of safety equipment while playing the sport. One of the most important pieces of equipment are the batting pads. Pads are worn on both the legs and thighs during batting and wicket-keeping. The …
Cricket bails are the small pieces of wood that sit as a pair on top of the stumps at each end of the wicket. They might be very small pieces of equipment, but they are vitally important to the game. They are quite specific in terms of their appearance and role within the game. Why …
In this article, we run through what you need to know about cricket vests. Why do players wear sweater and what kind of types are there? Why Do Cricketers Wear a Vest? Cricketers need to be active throughout the game. There movements cannot be restricted in anyway due to clothing. Alongside this, there is the …
In previous articles I’ve looked at the cost of specific items of equipment but what about the whole picture? How much does it actually cost to play cricket? How Much Does it Cost to Play Cricket? Cricket Kit Price This is the biggest expense that you are likely to incur as a cricketer. To play …
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Ever since the introduction of Cricket to the world, it has evolved and upgraded as a sport. The more leaps it took towards advancements, the more development it has had and that has resulted in the usage of numerous sporting items, especially items to protect their gear. One such item is the Cricket Bat Cover …
I’ve got a whole host of cricket books in my library and I’d like to use this article to tell you about some of my favourites. 15 Best Cricket Books in 2022 1. Beyond a Boundary by CLR James First published in 1963, Beyond a Boundary is a fascinating look at West Indian cricket through …
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Cricket as a sport consists of an amalgamation of several sporting items that complete your “cricket kit bag”. One of such items is the cricket gloves that help you when you stretch and march towards the middle of the cricket field to bat and stroke some runs or stand behind the wicket in order to …
Whilst it is recommended that cricketers wear a mouthguard, they are not a common piece of protective equipment. Cricketers wear a mouthguard in cricket so that their teeth are protected as much as possible. It is usually the wicketkeeper who will wear a mouthguard as they have the least amount of time to react to …
It can be a very trying task to choose a gift for your near and dear ones, especially when you really want it to be very special. And what if the person is a cricket fan? And what if you know little about Cricket? This article is aimed at overcoming this struggle to a great …
From time to time, your cricket bat will be exposed to moisture and dampness. This will more than likely occur naturally from the weather or from playing on a damp surface. As wood is a naturally absorbent material, avoiding moisture is crucial. What Can You Do to Keep the Cricket Bat Dry? A bat that …
