Both senior and junior batting pads increase in price commensurate to greater impact resistance. The area covered remains the same, but the density of padding increases and better/lightweight materials are used.

You will have to run at least 22 yards in them, so lightness and correct fit on the leg are important features. At the starter end, pads are ambidextrous with what are referred to as twin wings, but intermediate and higher-grade pads have a definitive wing specific for right or left-handed batters.

Prices generally range from £30 – £125.