Batting Shoes

Batting shoes are specially designed for cricket players to provide comfort, grip, and stability while batting.

  • Design Focus:

    • Unlike bowling shoes, batting shoes are lightweight and flexible to help with quick movement between wickets.

  • Materials:

    • Made with breathable uppers (mesh or synthetic leather).

    • Include cushioned insoles for extra comfort during long innings.

  • Sole Types:

    • Rubber soles – Ideal for turf or indoor use.

    • Metal spikes – Provide better traction on grassy pitches.

  • Protection & Support:

    • Offer ankle support and reinforced toe areas to reduce the risk of injuries.

  • Performance Benefits:

    • Good grip helps maintain balance while playing shots or making quick turns while running.

  • Choosing the Right Pair:

    • Important for performance, foot safety, and fatigue reduction.

  • Maintenance Tips:

    • Regular cleaning and replacing worn-out spikes ensures durability and continued support.

Top Brands

Cricket Shoes Brands
Company Country of Origin
Kookaburra Australia (cricket ops and gear handled in Australia)
Gray-Nicolls United Kingdom (cricket ops and gear handled in UK & India)
Sanspareils Greenlands (SG) India
New Balance USA (cricket ops and gear handled in UK & India)
Puma Germany (cricket ops and gear handled in India)
SS (Sareen Sports) India
ASICS Japan (cricket ops and gear handled in India & Australia)

This table presents a blend of global and regional cricket shoe manufacturers, highlighting their countries of origin along with the operational hubs managing cricket gear production. Notably, while brands like ASICS (Japan), New Balance (USA), and Puma (Germany) originate outside traditional cricket-playing nations, much of their cricket-specific operations are rooted in India and the UK. Homegrown brands such as SG and SS continue to thrive in India, while Kookaburra and Gray-Nicolls represent the cricketing heritage of Australia and the UK respectively. The dominance of India in manufacturing across all these brands reaffirms its central role in cricket equipment production.

What Champions use?

Steve Smith

  • Shoes: New Balance CK10 BD2

  • Offers stability and cushioning; suitable for long innings.

Rohit Sharma

  • Shoes: Adidas Cricket Shoes

  • Promotes sustainability; featured in IPL matches.

Virat Kohli

  • PUMA x One8 19 FH

  • Supports quick footwork and grip; ideal for aggressive batting.

Kane Williamson

  • Asics Gel-Peake

  • Known for comfort and support; specific model details are limited.

Joe Root

  • New Balance CK10

  • Lightweight design aiding quick footwork.