Kookaburra Ghost Players Replica Wk Gloves

Kookaburra Ghost Players Replica Cricket Wicket Keeping Gloves

The Kookaburra Ghost Players Replica Cricket Wicket Keeping Gloves are high-specification keeping gloves designed to perform at the highest level of the game. They combine a sheep leather backhand with K-Flex Backhand Support, a Kookaburra Catching Cup, Premium Finger Cap Reinforcement and an Octopus Grip Palm, giving wicket keepers a protection and catching-focused setup behind the stumps.

The Kookaburra Catching Cup forms the dedicated catching area of the glove. Its shaped construction is designed around receiving the cricket ball, while the Octopus Grip Palm provides the gripping surface across the palm to support control when taking catches.

Protection through the fingertips comes from Premium Finger Cap Reinforcement. The fingertips regularly receive impact when keeping, particularly when taking the ball cleanly at pace, so reinforced caps add protection to this important area.

The gloves use a Sheep Leather Backhand with K-Flex Backhand Support. The leather provides the premium outer construction, while K-Flex adds support across the back of the hand without taking away from the dedicated movement required when catching and collecting the ball.

The Ghost Players Replica uses an Aussie Short Cuff, providing a shorter cuff construction around the wrist. This is an important point of difference for keepers who prefer the feel and freedom of a shorter cuff rather than a traditional English long cuff.

Backhand Airflow Ventilation and a Breathable Airflow Mesh Section encourage ventilation through the gloves. This is particularly relevant for wicket keepers, who can spend an entire innings wearing their gloves behind the stumps. Premium embossed detailing completes the Ghost Players Replica finish.

Who are the Ghost Players Replica Wicket Keeping Gloves best for?

The Kookaburra Ghost Players Replica are best for serious wicket keepers looking for high-level protection and catching features with the freedom of an Aussie Short Cuff. Their K-Flex support, Premium Finger Cap Reinforcement, Catching Cup and Octopus Grip Palm provide a high-specification construction designed for demanding cricket.

Key features

• Sheep Leather Backhand provides a premium outer backhand construction.

• K-Flex Backhand Support adds support across the back of the hand.

• Kookaburra Catching Cup creates a dedicated catching area for receiving the cricket ball.

• Premium Finger Cap Reinforcement adds protection around the fingertips.

• Octopus Grip Palm provides the gripping surface across the catching area.

• Aussie Short Cuff provides a shorter cuff construction for greater freedom around the wrist.

• Backhand Airflow Ventilation and Breathable Airflow Mesh encourage airflow through the gloves.

• Premium Embossed Detailing completes the Ghost Players Replica finish.

Fit and sizing

The Kookaburra Ghost Players Replica Cricket Wicket Keeping Gloves are available in Adult and Youth sizes. The Aussie Short Cuff creates a shorter construction around the wrist than an English long cuff. For wicket keepers who value freedom around the wrist, this can be an important factor when comparing glove styles.

How do the Ghost Players Replica Wicket Keeping Gloves compare?

The Ghost Players Replica uses an Aussie Short Cuff, making it particularly relevant to keepers who prefer a shorter cuff and greater freedom around the wrist.

By comparison, the Kookaburra Pro Players Plus uses an English Long Cuff. Both gloves feature a sheep leather backhand, K-Flex Backhand Support, Kookaburra Catching Cup, finger cap reinforcement and Octopus Grip Palm. The choice between them therefore comes down significantly to the keeper's preferred cuff style.

Why buy wicket keeping gloves from Players Sports?

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Frequently asked questions

What palm do the Kookaburra Ghost Players Replica use?

The Ghost Players Replica uses an Octopus Grip Palm together with the Kookaburra Catching Cup. These features create the main catching area of the glove and provide the gripping surface where the ball is received.

What finger protection do these wicket keeping gloves have?

The Ghost Players Replica features Premium Finger Cap Reinforcement to add protection around the fingertips. This works alongside the K-Flex Backhand Support and sheep leather backhand to provide the glove's wider protective and supportive construction.

What level are the Kookaburra Ghost Players Replica Wicket Keeping Gloves designed for?

The Kookaburra Ghost Players Replica are designed to perform at the highest level of the game. They combine K-Flex Backhand Support, a Kookaburra Catching Cup, Premium Finger Cap Reinforcement and an Octopus Grip Palm in a high-specification wicket keeping glove.

What is an Aussie Short Cuff on wicket keeping gloves?

The Aussie Short Cuff is a shorter cuff construction around the wrist. On the Ghost Players Replica, it provides an alternative to a traditional English long cuff and is particularly relevant to keepers who prefer less cuff length around the wrist.

What sizes are the Ghost Players Replica Wicket Keeping Gloves available in?

The Kookaburra Ghost Players Replica Wicket Keeping Gloves are available in Adult and Youth sizes. This provides options for both senior keepers and younger players who require the smaller Youth sizing.