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Is it necessary to wear a chest guard?

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No; however, when short balls are delivered at the body they could hit you in the chest, leading to intense pain. It's more weight to wear one, but if you are physically fit then you should probably wear one.

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Can batsmen wear arm guards?

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Yes. The main reason batsmen wear arm guards is because sometimes some pace bowlers accidentally hit the opponent's arm.

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Can batsmen wear arm guards?

Michael Kiner

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Yes. The main reason batsmen wear arm guards is because sometimes some pace bowlers accidentally hit the opponent's arm.

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Is a thigh guard necessary?

Rupert

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In most cases, yes. A thigh guard protects your thigh (of course), as well as your hip. Both of these areas can be quite painful if struck with a cricket ball, hence most batters agree that it's well worth the added weight and bulkiness of a thigh guard for this protection.

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Is it necessary to wear a double thigh guard?

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Double thigh guards include a smaller guard on the inside of your non-facing leg, next to the groin area. This offers added protection to an area that can be quite painful if struck. Most players would recommend a double thigh guard, although they can be considerably more expensive than a standard thigh guard.

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