A wicketkeeper catches more deliveries than any other fielder on the pitch, and the gloves that make that possible are built differently from batting gloves - padded palms for impact absorption, a flexible web between thumb and forefinger for one-handed catches, and rubber-pimpled or leather grip surfaces that hold the ball through take and release. Our wicket keeping gloves collection covers every level from junior age-group keepers through senior club and league players, in black and traditional white, with matching inner gloves available separately for players who layer for pace-bowling takes.
How to choose wicket keeping gloves
Webbing is the main structural difference from batting gloves. A keeper's gloves have a reinforced elastic web between the thumb and forefinger that allows one-handed catches without the ball popping out. The tightness and depth of the web varies between brands - tighter webs catch cleanly but are harder to release the ball from; looser webs release faster but occasionally drop awkward takes.
Palm material splits by pace vs spin keepers. Pimpled rubber palms grip a wet ball and are the standard for pace bowling and outdoor conditions. Leather palms are preferred by keepers who stand up to spinners - the leather gives a quieter, more consistent take on the glove. Some gloves combine rubber on the palm with leather on the fingertips; these are a good all-round choice for club keepers who see both bowling types.
Inner gloves matter more than most keepers admit. A keeper taking 80+ deliveries per session needs inner gloves to absorb shock and prevent abrasion. Cotton inners are cheapest and breathable; chamois inners cushion impact better. Keepers standing back to 80mph+ pace should always wear inners; keepers standing up may prefer bare hands for feel.
Sizing is the same principle as batting gloves. Measure palm base to longest fingertip and match to our size chart. Keeping gloves should fit snugly - loose gloves rotate on catches and cost cleanly taken balls.
