People generally think that arm guards in cricket don’t serve much of a purpose because whatever impact the arm has taken in from the ball, it can sustain it and still play normally. This is far from the truth and if you’re considering cricket to be a serious part of your life, you HAVE to purchase a good, reliable arm guard.
Now, obviously, an arm guard gives physical protection from incoming deliveries. More than that, there is a certain psychological relief as well when the player realizes that their playing arm has a sturdy wall of defense in front of it and this immensely boosts confidence. The operative word there is sturdy. It is absolutely redundant if you used a flimsy, poorly designed, tacky guard.
You need to make sure that the thing that prevents sore muscles and possibilities of fractures, is made from good quality materials, is durable, doesn’t restrict natural arm movement and at the same time, goes easy on the wallet. This is exactly what I’ve looked for and have compiled this list of recommendations.
These arm guards are the best of the best out there. The following are the top 6 cricket arm guards. You will also find Amazon India links attached at the bottom of each description, so just keep on reading!
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1. Solimo Cricket Arm Guard
With a ton of features and a sleek, minimalistic design, the Solimo Cricket Arm Guard is really a piece of beauty. Made from a safe and sturdy high-density EVA polymer material, it is the perfect blend of durable and lightweight. It gives sufficient impact resistance and protects your arm while playing against fast bowling.
Its modern design ensures flexibility around the arm. What’s great is that it’s super easy to put on! It fits firmly with two sets of hook and loop elastic straps with Velcro. Make sure to check this product out before it sells out!
Amazon Star Rating: 3.5/5
Features:
- Made from high-density EVA polymer material
- Provides sufficient impact resistance
- Total arm flexibility is assured
- Snug fit
- Two sets of hook and loop elastic straps with Velcro
- Super lightweight, weighs only 80 gms
- 26 x 13 cm dimensions
Click here to check out the current price of this product on Amazon.
2. SG Super Test Elbow Guard
Hey! It’s that time again when I tell you how much of a people’s favorite every SG product is! The SG Super Test Elbow doesn’t fall short in the following suit. Made from premium quality lightweight low-density foam, pre-shaped in a spandex casing gives a perfect fit around the elbow. High-quality elastic hook and loop straps around the waist and leg make it hassle-free while putting it on.
Now that we’ve established that the guard gives maximum protection and is easy to wear, next comes comfort. The inside layer of the guard is lined with a soft towel to gives cushioning and relief. A little sprinkling on the cake is given by the words ‘Believe, Become’ which are on the face of the guard for inspiration that a player may need mid-game!
Amazon Star Rating: 4/5
Features:
- Made from premium quality low density foam
- Pre shaped in spandex casing
- Elastic hook and loop straps around the waist and leg
- Super easy to put on
- Inner lining of soft towel for comfort
- Featherweight, weighs only 40 gms
- 25 x 10 cm dimensions
Click here to check out the current price of this product on Amazon.
3. DSC 1500424 Intense Attitude Cricket Arm Guard
Deluxe Sports Company or DSC is among the top pioneers in design innovation and functionality integration in their products and the 1500424 is a testament to this opinion.
Made from high-quality PVC material and a low-density foam on the inside making sure that any impact directed towards it is deflected, therefore keeping you safe from shock. To underscore its protective capabilities, it has extra fiber inserts as an extra line of defense.
High-quality elastic hook and loop straps allow for ease of movement, excellent comfort during long innings. The towel back not only gives cushioning but also a sweat-absorbent layer. Really an all-rounder in terms of functionality and a very lucrative product!
Amazon Star Rating: 4/5
Features:
- Made from top grade PVC material
- Low density foam on the inside that deflects any impact that comes its way
- Protective additional fiber inserts
- High quality hook and loop straps
- Sweat absorbent towel back
- Weighs only 60 gms
Click here to check out the current price of this product on Amazon.
4. SS Match Cricket Elbow Guard
Another regular in our recommendations list, Sareen Sports brings us the SS Match, a real gem! Apart from the high-quality foam that gives you comfort while wearing and its pre-shaped Spandex casing that gives a perfect fit, it has additional reinforced padding to give extra protection.
This guard, set to international standards has extra wide adjustable straps with Velcro latching for putting them on. This product is really an intermediate player’s best friend on the field, so don’t miss out on it!
Features:
- High-quality foam
- Pre-shaped Spandex casing for a perfect fit
- Reinforced padding for additional protection
- Wide adjustable straps with Velcro latching
- Smooth and sleek design
Amazon Star Rating: 4.5/5
Click here to check out SS Match Cricket Elbow Guard on Amazon.
5. DSC Condor Surge Cricket Arm Guard
I was actually confused between the DSC Condor Surge and the 1500424 Intense Attitude arm guards since they’re both from the same company. I couldn’t choose one because both of them are amazing guards in their own rights.
The DSC Condor Surge, made from high-quality PVC polymer material has a high-density foam insertion, which gives complete protection to the entire arm. A tri-layered foam system with poly armor just adds to the protective properties of the guard.
Apart from a towel back for sweat absorption, it has an interflow venting system that provides the test range with fantastic performance and comfort during long innings as well as superior moisture management.
And, obviously, it has an elastic hook and loop straps on the top and bottom for easy adjustments. This guard is not only competition to products by other brands, but also to a product by the same brand!
Features:
- Made from high quality PVC polymer material
- Tri layered foam system with poly armor for additional protection
- Foam inserts to deflect impacts from fast balls
- Towel back for sweat absorption
- Interflow venting system for air circulation
- Extremely comfortable even during long playing hours
- Elastic hook and loop straps on the top and bottom for easy adjustments
- Lightweight, weighs just 100 gms
Amazon Star Rating: 5/5
Click here to check out DSC Condor Surge Cricket Arm Guard on Amazon.
6. GM 1600984 909 Cricket Arm Guard
Finally, the last product on the list is by yet another cricket gear veteran. A popular company in gully cricket as well as professional cricket, you know you can never be disappointed with a Gunn and Moore (GM) product. And so, to amaze us they bring us the 1600984 909 guards, with a super aggressive and intimidating look.
It is made with top-grade PVC polymer and double-layered high-density foam with reinforced padding to ensure complete safety. It is pre-shaped for comfort and has a standard sweat-absorbent towel back.
The straps are elasticated so that it is easy to put on and at the same time doesn’t restrict natural arm movement. The arm guard actually looks like the body of a reptile, because of the scale-like structure, giving it a superb appearance.
Features:
- Made from top grade PVC polymer
- Double layer high density foam with reinforced padding for maximum safety
- Pre shaped for comfort
- Sweat absorbent towel back
- Elasticated straps for hassle free wearing
- No restriction of natural arm movement
- Super stylish design
- Lightweight, weighs just 80 gms
Amazon Star Rating: 4.5/5
Click here to check out the price of this product on Amazon.
Final Thoughts
That brings us to the end of the recommendations list. I really enjoyed researching this list and hopefully, you enjoyed reading through it, equally.
It is always best to be completely informed when making a decision that directly affects your personal safety, however, low the chances of injury may be. No one wants a hairline fracture because they were too lazy to put some effort into buying protective gear.
I hope you are now at such a position that you make a confident and well informed decision regarding your arm guard purchase. Until next time, cheers and happy cricketing!