The UK's Leading Cricket Specialist
31 Bond Street, Ealing, London W5 5AS
Mon - Sat : 9am - 6pm
EST. 1973
We carry a large range of cricket balls all year around that are designed for durability, performance, and consistency. They are typically made from a core of cork, tightly wound with string and encased in high-quality leather. The leather cover is stitched together in two halves using a raised seam, which plays a crucial role in the ball’s aerodynamics, swing and spin. Cricket balls are available in different colours such as red, white, and pink each serving specific formats of the game. Red balls are traditionally used in Test matches and first-class cricket due to their durability and visibility during longer games. White balls are preferred for limited-overs formats like One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 (T20) matches because they are more visible under floodlights. Pink balls, introduced for day night Test matches, offer better visibility under artificial lighting. The quality of a cricket ball significantly impacts gameplay. A well maintained ball aids bowlers in generating swing and spin, while batters must adjust to its movement and bounce. Over time, the condition of the ball changes, affecting play strategies. Laws govern ball maintenance, preventing tampering while allowing natural wear. Leading manufacturers such as Dukes, Kookaburra, and produce cricket balls used in international matches, each with unique characteristics suited to different playing conditions. The VKS range of cricket balls are proven in terms of quality and consistency.
When selecting a cricket ball, do not compromise on its quality. A good quality leather balls is essential for both net sessions and matches, one that offers durability and optimal seam retention without being so hard that it damages your cricket bat. Buying a cheap quality ball can have a devastating effect on the whole teams bats within a single session.
For practice sessions, incrediballs as well as tennis style cricket balls provide safer cost effective alternatives. Ensure the ball's weight and size comply with your level of play, whether it's professional, amateur, or junior cricket. For juniors the size is 4.75oz, for seniors its 5.5oz and for ladies cricket its 5oz. Explore our collection of cricket balls, tailored to every format and skill level, to find the right match for your game. We have a large range of cricket balls in red, pink, white, half yellow hand white in both junior and senior sizes with prices from only £5.99 per ball. We offer discounts on all the balls we sell if buying in dozens.
