Cricket Kit Checklist: What Equipment Do You Need for Hard-Ball Cricket?
Share
Basic cricket equipment checklist
- Cricket bat
- Batting gloves
- Batting leg pads
- Helmet with suitable protection
- Abdominal protection where appropriate
- Thigh, arm or chest protection as required
- Cricket balls
- Stumps for practice
- Cricket shoes suited to your playing surface
- Kit bag
Choose equipment based on your level
Beginners can build a kit gradually, while regular club and competitive players may need a more complete protective setup.
Do not forget fit
Protective equipment should fit correctly. Use manufacturer sizing information and replace equipment that is damaged or no longer fits.