If you’ve ever played a game of cricket, you might have noticed how it’s played with different accessories. The more involved the game, the more accessories come in handy. As you would expect, a game played with bats and balls requires additional equipment and tools. A game played with wickets, however, requires many other things as well. Adequate preparation is key to playing any sport well. From having the right gear to being savvy about your opponent’s strengths and weaknesses, etc., we will help you get ready for every kind of cricket. Just read on as we outline everything you need to know about cricket accessories.
Bats and Balls
The bats and balls used in cricket come in a number of different materials, though today, most are made from a single material called “Stiff and Durable” (S&D) fiberglass. However, because of the evolving nature of the game, the specifications for each type of ball and bat change over time. Currently, the bats and balls used in international cricket are S&D, though the specifications for these vary slightly depending on the type of match being played.
The most important aspect of the bats and balls used in cricket is the size. For a right-handed batsman, the bat should typically be a 43-inch bat, though the right-handed batsman may also use a 36-inch bat. For a left-handed batsman, the bat should be a 38-inch bat. Bowlers, however, use a range of different-sized balls, depending on the type of match. In one-day international matches, bats and balls used are typically under 5 ounces in weight. The bats used in one-day cricket are typically 2 ½ to 4 ounces heavier than the bats used in Test cricket.
Protective Gear
In addition to bats and balls, players also need a variety of protective gear. Protective gear is designed to protect players when they are hit with the ball. A helmet is the most important piece of this gear. In addition to protecting the player’s head, a helmet is worn to reduce the impact on the player’s face. Modern helmets are designed with face protectors to reduce the risk of injury to the eyes.
Balls are likely to hit the player’s body, so the player must wear chest and back protectors. In addition to protecting the player’s body, a protector on the back helps the batsman stay on his feet while hitting the ball. The batsman should also wear gloves to protect his hands. While it may seem silly to wear gloves while playing a game like cricket, they are necessary to prevent calluses and blisters on the hands.
Cricket Shirts and T-Shirts
Next on the list is the cricket shirt. The shirt is usually made of cotton. In colder climates, a long-sleeved shirt is worn underneath the cotton shirt. The shirts are usually blue or white. They have a collar and buttons down the front, with the team’s name and logo printed on them. The shirts are worn by both batsmen and bowlers. Cricket shirts are usually worn with cotton cricket shorts or underpants. The underpants are usually made of polyester. They are worn underneath the shirt for protection.
As the game continues, the shirts become worn out and need to be replaced. Once they are worn out, they need to be thrown out with the rest of the cricket gear. In addition to shirts and shorts, players need a pair of cricket pants. These pants are usually black with a white stripe down the side. As the game goes on, the pants become worn out and need to be thrown out.
Fielding Gloves and Mitts
Hand protection is an essential part of the game of cricket. Each player needs a pair of gloves to protect his hands from the ball. The gloves are worn on the batting hand and generally have a palm that is slightly curved to help the batsman keep the ball from spinning off the bat. Each pair of gloves should be worn for a minimum of three or four days to allow them to become broken in.
In addition, the gloves should be worn for at least one hour each day for a week before they are used in a game. Fielding gloves are usually made of leather and are worn on the fielding hand. They are worn to protect the hand from the ball. Fielders often wear them when batting and when bowling.
Catchers’ Gear
The catcher’s gear is used in both batting and fielding. In batting, the catcher uses a “mitt,” which is an oval-shaped piece of leather that fits over the hand and wrist. In fielding, the catcher wears a helmet and chest protector on the fielding side of the body. The helmet protects the head from being hit by the ball, and the protector on the chest helps keep the arms and body from being hit by the ball. A batting helmet is designed to protect the head from being hit by the ball, but it is not designed to protect the player from being hit in the face.
Equipment for Runners and Strikers
When a batsman comes to the crease to face the bowling, he is called a “runner.” When the bowler delivers the ball, the runner must remain in the crease, so that the ball will be hit back to him. The only rule governing where a runner must stand is that he must be outside the line that the ball would normally hit on the full. A striker is a batter who stands at the non-striking end of the field. He is often referred to as the “open” batter, as he is not protected by a field of defence. When a bowler delivers the ball, the striker must hit his cricket to the wicketkeeper, who will then attempt to stop the ball.
There are several types of cricket bats. Standard bats are usually made of one piece of wood, with a handle and a sweet spot. While others are made up of two pieces of wood with a plastic tip, which creates more of a curve. A cricket ball is made of rubber, but can be made of other materials, such as leather or plastic. They usually come in three different sizes. A smaller hard ball for fast bowling, a medium-sized ball for spinners and a larger ball for spinners.
Conclusion
Cricket accessories are as essential as the bat and ball. Without them, the game is not nearly as fun or challenging. However, the best strategy is to begin with the bat and ball and build from there.
