Cricket is played in different seasons during a year. It is mostly known as summer sport but can be played in cold weather too. While playing in cold, players need to protect themselves from severity of weather. Cricket sweater vest is one option to wear in match during cold because it is more comfortable than any other winter clothes like jackets. As in cricket game a cricketer is required to be active on the field, the cricket sweater vest provides comfort and ability to move around freely.
There are two types of cricket sweater:
1. Sleeveless or also known as slipover
2. Full sleeve
Both types of cricket sweater are great option for cricket player. The choice is usually upto a cricket player. Some players prefer to wear sleeveless cricket sweater and some prefer full sleeve. Regardless of which type they choose, it is great option to keep the player warm and comfortable in the field.
Cricket Sweater are loose to wear and allow players to perform in ground without any discomfort. Cricket sweater usually come in different colors, it depends on the player which color suits them best.
Material used in cricket sweater
Cricket sweater are usually made from pure wool, heavy cotton and acrylic yarn. These are also made from a combination of wool and acrylic fiber. Acrylic fibers are synthetic fibers made from a polymer. Acrylic fiber is used to make lightweight and warm fabric. This synthetic fabric is easy to dye and resistant to stains which make this material perfect to use for cricket sweater. Flexibility and softness of cricket sweater prevent players from any type of irritation or allergy.
How to choose
Cricket sweater are available in both with sleeves or without sleeves. Full sleeves are better for the fielders their arms can get scratches while stopping the ball from reaching the boundary. Sleeveless are suitable for bowlers, while bowling full sleeves can cause problem during the delivery.
Leading brands
Most leading brand that are engaged in exporting and supplying an exclusive variety of cricket sweaters are
- Gray-Nicolls
- Adidas
- Nike
- Slazenger
- Gunn & Moore
- Use of best quality wool and acrylic fabrics and advanced fabrication technology by these brands make them renowned among their customers.
