How to Determine the Appropriate Size of a Cricket Kit—Complete Buying Guide

Buying a cricket kit may look simple, but choosing the wrong size can affect comfort, performance, and even safety. Whether you’re buying for a kid, teenager, beginner, or adult player, this guide will help you understand cricket kit sizing, pricing ranges, and how to choose the right products—while also making it easy to explore and compare individual items.

What Is a Cricket Kit?

A standard cricket kit usually includes Cricket Bat, Batting Pads, Batting Gloves, Helmet, Thigh Guard, Abdominal Guard and Kit Bag.

Some beginners start with a partial kit, while regular players often invest in a full cricket kit set.

Cricket Kit Size Categories 

Player Type	Age Group	Kit Size
Kids	5–7 Years	Size 0 / 1
Junior	8–11 Years	Size 2 / 3
Youth	12–14 Years	Size 4 / 5
Teen / Small Adult	15–17 Years	Size 6
Adult	18+ Years	Short Handle / Long Handle

How to Choose the Right Cricket Bat Size?

Bat size is the foundation of your kit.

Bat Size Selection by Height

Player Height	Bat Size
Under 4 ft	Size 0–1
4–4.5 ft	Size 2
4.5–5 ft	Size 3
5–5.3 ft	Size 4
5.3–5.6 ft	Size 5
5.6–5.9 ft	Size 6
5.9 ft+	SH / LH

Pricing Guide

• Kashmir Willow Bats: ₹1,500 – ₹4,000

• English Willow Bats: ₹4,000 – ₹40,000+

How to Choose Batting Pads (Leg Guards)?

Batting pads should:

• Cover from knee to ankle

• Fit snugly without slipping

• Allow free knee movement

  
  

Pad Sizes & Pricing:

• Youth Pads: ₹900 – ₹1,500

• Adult Pads: ₹1,500 – ₹4,000

  
  

How to Choose Batting Gloves?

Correct gloves ensure:

• Proper grip

• Shock absorption

• Wrist flexibility

  
  

Glove Sizes

• Youth

• Adult Men

• Adult Large

  
  

Pricing Range

• ₹700 – ₹3,500

Helmet Size Guide (Very Important for Safety)?

Helmet size is based on head circumference, not age.

Head Size (cm)	Helmet Size
52–54	Small
55–57	Medium
58–60	Large

Price Range

• ₹1,500 – ₹5,000

Cricket Kit Bag Size Guide

Player Level	Bag Type
Kids	Small / Duffle
Beginners	Medium Duffle
Club Players	Large Duffle
Professionals	Wheelie Kit Bag

Pricing

• ₹800 – ₹5,000

Full Cricket Kit vs Individual Buying

Full Cricket Kit – Best For:

• Beginners

• Parents buying for kids

• Budget-conscious buyers

  Price: ₹3,500 – ₹10,000

Individual Purchase – Best For:

• Intermediate & advanced players

• Customized bat and protection needs

Price: ₹7,000 – ₹50,000+

Complete size guide

Player Category	Age Group (Approx.)	Height Range (Approx.)	Bat Size Range	Pads/Gloves Size	Helmet Size
Youth	6–8 Years	Up to 4 ft	Small junior bat	Youth size	Small
Boys (Junior)	9–11 Years	4–4.8 ft	Junior bat	Junior size	Small / Medium
Boys (Senior)	12–14 Years	4.8–5.4 ft	Youth / junior-advanced bat	Youth / small adult	Medium
Adult (Beginner)	15+ Years	5.4–5.8 ft	Full-size bat (lighter)	Adult	Medium / Large
Adult (Regular / Club)	16+ Years	5.8 ft & above	Full-size bat	Adult	Large