Posted on March 22nd, 2010 | Comments (0)
Throughout the entire duration of my short-lived cricketing career I learnt how important cricket equipment is to a successfully moulded cricketer. And whilst watching it on TV might seem exciting it’s more important to think about kick-starting your cricket training before it’s too difficult to start. The greatest players of the game didn’t become who they are by sitting in front of the screen in endless admiration – at one point or another you will find yourself longing for your very own cricket equipment.
The most important thing about purchasing cricket equipment is knowing which role you’d love to perform once you start. Studying the game and discussing with your club early on will help guide your choice. There is no point in buying wicket keeper gloves if you wish you could one day be like the legendary bowler Glenn McGrath. If you want to be a batsman then your first purchase must be a good cricket bat.
Now, the best bats around are made from cricket bat willow. Besides being ideal for absorbing impacts without cracking or splitting, willow bats are also well weighted when it comes to adjusting to different bowling speeds. Heavy hardwood bats can make it hard to adjust from facing a spin bowler to facing a fast one.
Another thing about your choice of bat is weight. When you’re still starting out the best weight is always the light weight with average balance. Light bats make it easier to learn the game quicker because with these it isn’t too hard to adjust your shot selection. A heavy bat can demoralise you when you can’t hit the ball because you keep missing. Cricket equipment really can affect the way you play so it is important to make the right decisions from the outset.
There are several ways to practice batting, though some say to keep it basic and learn how to handle the lighter balls initially. It is vital to practice with standard cricket balls as you improve your technique.
Cricketing pads are the long pads that reach up to your knee caps. These are meant to protect the shin from delivery related injuries. Get light and comfortable pads because they will largely determine your level of confidence as you approach deliveries. If they are uncomfortable you might struggle to establish the confidence necessary for the batting crease. As with any cricket equipment, do your research before purchase.
Wicket keeping gloves are mainly for those who aspire to be great wicket keepers one day. Again these help the wicket keeper to safely catch the ball after it is bowled. The concept is the same as that for other protective sports gloves. Choose a comfortable pair of gloves if you’re starting out or have already learnt the game.
The wickets are perhaps the most important part of the game. The batsman has to ensure these are well guarded and the bowler always tries to strike them. Be sure to get some wickets, even if they are plastic ones for informal games. The right cricket equipment is essential if you want to play correctly.
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