| is a sport where getting the right equipment is vital. | | | | You need to find a bat that is the right weight for |
| By buying the right gear you can ensure that you | | | | you. They can vary quite considerably in weight - |
| play safely, while also making the most of your | | | | some professional cricketers use heavy bats, while |
| cricketing talent. | | | | others seek a more lightweight alternative. |
| Although people generally think of cricketing | | | | The best way to find a bat that's right for you is to |
| equipment as mainly being centred on a cricket ball | | | | hold a selection and see what feels the most |
| and ball, there are plenty of other pieces of | | | | comfortable. You'll need to make sure that the bat is |
| equipment that are absolutely vital if you want to | | | | not so heavy that it restricts your play. |
| play the game successfully and safely. | | | | With gloves, pads, protection and helmets, you need |
| Batsmen, for example, need to be wearing the | | | | to consider safety. Its important that you cover all |
| appropriate selection of padding, guards and helmets | | | | areas of the body that might be damaged but also |
| if they are to avoid serious injury when faced with a | | | | ensure that you are not restricting your movement. |
| leather cricket ball travelling at high speed. | | | | If you suffer in warmer conditions, then consider |
| The wicketkeeper is another position that involves a | | | | materials that will offer a cooler experience. |
| high potential for danger - again, getting the right | | | | For wicketkeepers and those fielding close to the |
| equipment is important. | | | | wicket, many of the requirements will be the same. |
| Taking the appropriate equipment for a batsman | | | | Always look for equipment that provides protection |
| first, it's very important that you select the correct | | | | but that is also comfortable to wear. |
| gloves, padding, protectors, helmet and bat to play | | | | You'll soon be playing cricket like a professional! |
| the game. | | | | |