Cricket Batting Gloves — Sausage, Split Finger & Cut Finger | Made in Meerut

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All gloves designed for leather ball cricket. Free shipping across India on all orders.

Understanding Cricket Batting Glove Types — Which One Is Right for You?

The single most common question when buying batting gloves is: sausage or split finger? Here is a clear explanation of all four types available in the Ciel Sports range — and which playing style each suits best.

How to Choose the Right Cricket Batting Gloves

1. Choose the Right Type for Your Playing Style

The most important decision is glove type — sausage, split, double split, or cut finger. Use the glove type explainer above to pick the right category first, then choose within that category based on budget and design.

2. Choose the Right Size

Cricket batting gloves are sold in standard sizes. Getting the right size is critical — too loose and the glove moves on your hand; too tight and it restricts circulation and movement.

How to measure: Measure from the tip of your middle finger to the base of your palm (the wrist crease). This is your hand length. Most adult male cricketers wear Large (Men's). If you are between sizes, go up — a slightly large glove is more comfortable than one that is too tight.

3. Right Hand or Left Hand?

Cricket batting gloves are handed. The glove on your top hand (the hand closer to the blade) has the most protection and is the one specified as RH or LH. A right-handed batsman needs a Right Hand glove — the top hand is the left hand, which gets the most exposed protection. Always check RH/LH when ordering.

4. How Much Should You Spend?

• Beginners and recreational players: The Killer Edition at ₹1,999 is the best starting point. Solid protection, durable, and no money wasted if you are still developing your commitment to the game.
• Regular club and academy players: The Player Edition (₹2,499) or Helix/Viper (₹2,499) are the best value at this level. You will use these gloves in net sessions and matches — quality here pays for itself.
• Serious competitive players: GripX Tricolor or Valour (₹3,199) — premium build quality, better materials, and designs that reflect serious intent.

Sausage vs Split Finger vs Double Split — Full Comparison

How to Care for Your Cricket Batting Gloves

A good pair of batting gloves that is well maintained will last 1–2 seasons. Here is how to get the most out of your Ciel Sports gloves:

• Air dry after every session — Never seal your gloves in your kit bag immediately after playing. Leave them open in the shade to air dry. Direct sunlight will crack the leather palm over time.
• Wipe the leather palm with a damp cloth — After muddy or sweaty sessions, gently wipe the palm area. Do not use soap or alcohol-based cleaners — they will dry out and crack the leather.
• Do not machine wash — Machine washing destroys the padding and stitching. Hand wipe only.
• Store flat or upright — Do not fold or crush gloves in your kit bag. Store them palm-down or upright so the padding retains its shape.
• Replace when padding compresses — When you can feel the ball impact through the padding on your fingers, it is time for a new pair. Compressed padding no longer absorbs impact effectively and increases injury risk.

Why Buy Cricket Batting Gloves from Ciel Sports?

• Manufacturer direct — All gloves are manufactured and sold directly from Meerut. No distributors, no retail markup — you pay factory prices for professional-grade gear.
• Leather ball specific — Every Ciel Sports batting glove is designed specifically for leather ball cricket. No compromise on padding density or palm durability for soft balls or tennis balls.
• 4 glove types, 8 editions — From ₹1,999 sausage protection to ₹3,199 premium split finger designs — there is a Ciel Sports glove for every budget and playing style.
• Strong sale prices — All gloves are currently discounted from original MRP — you get professional-grade gloves at significantly reduced prices while current stock lasts.
• Free shipping across India — Every order dispatched free to all pin codes across India.
• Ships worldwide — Orders accepted from UK, USA, Australia, Canada, UAE, and rest of world. Check shipping rates at checkout.

What Players Are Saying

Questions Players Ask About Cricket Batting Gloves

• Which batting gloves are best for leather ball cricket in India?

  For leather ball cricket, you need gloves with sufficient padding density to protect against fast deliveries. All Ciel Sports gloves are specifically designed for leather ball cricket. For maximum protection, choose from our sausage range: Killer Edition (best value at ₹1,999), Player Edition (best for serious club players at ₹2,499), or GripX Tricolor (premium option at ₹3,199). For flexibility alongside protection, the Helix Split Finger or Valour White & Gold at ₹2,499–₹3,199 are excellent choices.
• What is the difference between sausage and split finger cricket gloves?

  • Sausage gloves have fully padded, rounded finger rolls — maximum protection against fast bowling. Heavier, less flexible, but the safest option. Traditional choice for openers and aggressive fast-pitch batting.
  • Split finger gloves have one cut in the padding per finger — allows more natural hand movement. Lighter feel, better wrist rotation, preferred by modern batsmen in Indian conditions.
  • Double split gloves (like the Viper) have two cuts per finger — maximum flexibility, great for 360-degree batting styles.
  • Cut finger gloves (like the Clutch) leave fingertips open for the best possible bat feel and sensory feedback.

  Sausage = most protection. Split = more flexibility. The right choice depends on how you bat and what you prioritise.
• How do I find the right size batting gloves?

  Measure from the tip of your middle finger to the base of your palm (wrist crease). This gives your hand length:

  • Under 15cm — Youth / Junior
  • 15–17cm — Small
  • 17–19cm — Medium
  • 19cm+ — Large (Men's) — the most popular adult size

  If you are between sizes, go up. A slightly larger glove is more comfortable for long innings. Also remember that cricket gloves are handed — specify RH (right-handed batsman) or LH (left-handed batsman) when ordering.
• What is the price of cricket batting gloves at Ciel Sports?

  Ciel Sports batting gloves range from ₹1,999 to ₹3,199 across 8 editions:

  • Killer Edition — from ₹1,999 (was ₹3,499)
  • Player Edition / Helix / Viper — ₹2,499 (was ₹3,499)
  • Falcon — ₹2,999 (was ₹3,999)
  • GripX Tricolor / Valour / Clutch — ₹3,199 (was ₹4,499)

  All prices include free shipping across India. Because we manufacture directly in Meerut, our prices are typically 30–40% lower than equivalent gloves from major brands at retail.
• Which Ciel Sports gloves should I buy to match the Player Edition cricket bat?

  The Player Edition Sausage Cricket Batting Gloves at ₹2,499 are specifically designed to match the Player Edition Kashmir Willow cricket bat. They share the same design language and performance level — professional-grade sausage protection, durable leather palm, and strong grip on the bat handle. Many buyers purchase them together as a matched pro-kit. The Killer Edition gloves at ₹1,999 are also an excellent pairing if you want to keep costs down without sacrificing protection quality.
• How do I care for and clean cricket batting gloves?

  • Never machine wash — it destroys padding and stitching
  • Air dry after every session — leave flat in shade, not direct sun
  • Wipe the leather palm with a damp cloth when dirty — no soap or alcohol
  • Store flat or upright — do not compress the padding in your kit bag
  • Replace when padding compresses — when you feel impact through the fingers, the protection is gone

  Well-maintained gloves last 1–2 seasons of regular use.
• Do you ship cricket batting gloves outside India?

  Yes — Ciel Sports ships all batting gloves worldwide including to the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, UAE, and rest of world. Check exact shipping rates and delivery times at checkout for your location. All orders are packed carefully for safe international transit.
• Which gloves are best for beginners starting leather ball cricket?

  For beginners, the Killer Edition Sausage Gloves at ₹1,999 are the ideal starting point. They provide solid sausage finger protection against fast bowling without over-investing while you are still developing your game. The sausage design is also the most beginner-friendly — maximum protection while you are still learning footwork and shot selection. Once you develop your specific batting style and preferences, you can upgrade to a more specialised pair.

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