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“Cricket gear designed for the champion in you.”
Donald Bradman scores a 100 in just three overs. It is 1931. The same year that another cricketing legend is born in Meerut, India. Sanspareils Greenlands. Or SG. The now world-famous cricket gear brand.
Fast-forward to 1987. Another legend—this time an Indian—becomes the first batsman in the history of the game to score 10,000 runs. The cricketer? Sunil “Sunny” Manohar Gavaskar. The bat? An SG.
For the Sunil Gavaskars of the past and the Suresh Rainas of today, SG is cricket gear. And cricket gear is SG.
But did you know that SG started selling its cricket gear in India only from 1982? Until then, everything that the company manufactured was exported to wherever the gentleman's game was played.
About 30 years later, SG is not only India's #1 cricket gear brand, it is also the world's largest manufacturer of cricket gear.
SG manufactures everything that a serious cricketer needs: Bats (English and Kashmir willows) . . . Gloves . . . Legguards . . . Balls (leather, synthetic, tennis and practice) . . . Body Protectors . . . Kit Bags . . . Helmets . . . Shoes . . . Clothing . . . and Accessories.
SG cricket gear is virtually made by cricketers for cricketers because the company's R & D team also has access to a panel of well-known first-class and international cricketers.
Some of the many famous names who use SG cricket gear include Rahul “The Wall” Dravid . . . Virender Sehwag . . . and Suresh Raina.
_/_/_/ BATS: English Willow _/_/_/
“Batting for cricket since 1931.”
Sunil Gavaskar preferred his bat to be comfortable and easy on the wrists.
Virender Sehwag picks a bat only if it makes him feel like he can score sixes and fours with it.
Rahul Dravid looks for balance in a bat.
What's important for you or a loved one when picking a bat? Is it comfort? The “feel”? Balance?
It could even be something else entirely.
Although we manufacture everything that a cricketer needs, SG is famous most of all for its bats because some of the most well-known batsmen use and recommend them. Sehwag . . . Dravid . . . Raina . . . the list goes on and on.
But that's not the only reason.
SG bats are developed—like our other cricket gear—with the help of a panel of first-class and international cricketers. Which means that you are guaranteed to find an SG bat that feels like it was made just for you.
At SG we are as crazy about the game as you are. Which is why we also make our bats by hand.
We also air-dry the willow that we use to make our bats. If you are a Sehwag, Dravid or Raina, you wouldn't want it any other way. The air-drying locks in the right amount of moisture. The result? “Confidence, different sound, extra punch, good balance, and good feel,” says former India Under-19 player Manan Sharma.
SG's factory—the largest of its kind in the world—uses English and Kashmir willows to create bats for both the gully greats and the Team India master blasters.
The SG English willow range has 14 varieties (Rs.1,199 to Rs.19,999) of bats. The Kashmir willow range has 10 (Rs.549 to Rs.1,699).
We are so proud of the bats we make that we offer this guarantee to you: If an SG bat suffers damage (as bats often do) or was defective when sold, we will repair or replace it at no charge. Howzzat for a guarantee!
The Legend Series
“Challenges give birth to heroes.”
He stands just 5' 5” tall in his socks. But he might as well be a giant among men for millions of fans all over the cricketing world.
Although he hung up his batting gloves way back in 1987, he remains a respected face and voice on the international cricket circuit. The likes of Tendulkar hang on his every word.
From 1971 to 1987, he averaged 51.12 in tests and 35.13 in one-dayers. An opening batsman unlike any other, he was the first in the history of the game to score 10,000 runs.
The bat he used was an SG.
SG's Legend Series celebrates the cricketing life of the one and only Sunil “Sunny” Manohar Gavaskar.
What a cricketer!
And what a bat!
A Legend Series SG bat is made from some of the finest English willow you can get your hands on. The willow does not become an SG bat unless it has been air-dried.
SG is the only bat manufacturer in the world who bothers to do this. Air-drying helps lock in the moisture. And makes our handmade bats sound great, feel great and help you play like a champion. Air-drying means letting the wood dry naturally. No dryers are used.
There are seven different types of bats in the Legend Series. Sunny Legend. Sunny Gold. Sunny Tonny. Triple Crown. Century Max. Nexus Excel. And . . . Super Cover.
Sunny Legend
Rs.19,999
This is the ultimate SG bat. And we don't say that lightly. The Sunny Legend is made from the best of the best English willow. The bat has thick edges, a bold profile, remarkable balance and—you'll love this—a huge sweet spot. The handle is made from premium imported cane, and features SG's CHEVtec grip for a superior sense of control. In other words, the Sunny Legend is designed for power . . . total confidence . . . light pickup . . . and feels like an extension of your body. A toe protector not only makes sure the bat lasts long, it also helps keep the right amount of moisture locked in. Custom-made and available only in size SH, it comes with a special case featuring a recess for the bat.
Sunny Gold
Rs.9,999
The traditional Sunny Gold almost succeeded in persuading Gavaskar to come out of retirement! This SG bat—1,175 to 1,275 grams—has contoured edges and is extra thick around the sweet spot. The handle is made from premium imported cane and features the CHEVtec grip. The bat also features a toe protector. It comes with a full-length padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. Available only in size SH.
Sunny Tonny
Rs.2,799 – Rs.7,999
This is the bat that Gavaskar himself used. The Sunny Tonny is a traditional no-frills bat. It features thick edges and a curved blade. The handle is made from premium imported cane and has the CHEVtec grip. The bat also features a toe protector. The Sunny Tonny comes with a full-length padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3.
Triple Crown
Rs.5,999
Looking for balance and control during strokeplay? The Triple Crown is what you need. This Legend Series bat has thick edges and a curved blade. The handle is like the one found in the Sunny Tonny. It also has the same toe protector feature. The bat comes with a full-length padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. The bat face is preprepared with tape. Available only in size SH.
Century Max
Rs.4,499
The Century Max is another classically styled bat. It weighs between 1,150 to 1,275 grams. The bat's features are similar to those of the Triple Crown. It comes with a full-length padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. The bat face is preprepared with tape. Available only in size SH.
Nexus Excel
Rs.2,299 – Rs.3,199
The Nexus Excel is a more affordable version of the Century Max. It is available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3. It comes with a full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap.
Super Cover
Rs.1,199 – Rs.1,899
The Super Cover is the most affordable Legend Series bat. This traditional bat features thick edges and a curved blade with a duco painted back. The handle is made from imported cane. It weighs 1,150 to 1,300 grams. It is available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3. The bat comes with a full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap.
The Aggressor Series
“For the men playing the gentleman's game.”
They are armed to the teeth with an aggressive take-the-war-to-the-enemy attitude.
They are a new breed of batsmen who have taken the cricketing world by storm.
In Twenty20s, it is the young guns like Suresh Raina who have almost overnight become the game changers. This 20-something lefty averages 33.93 in the newest format of the gentleman's game. But Raina is far from a “gentle” man to many of the bowlers he faces.
In the 5-day version, there are the troublemakers like Virender Sehwag. This spirited strokemaker averages nothing less than 53.43. No one in the history of the 5-day game has scored as many runs faster than Sehwag.
If you count yourself or your loved one among these restless batsmen, the SG Aggressor Series will blow you away.
Five exciting bats made from top-of-the-line English willow fall into the Aggressor Series. For the Twenty20 batsman there is the Stud T-20i or the Stud T-11i. For the test cricketer, the Aggressor Series has the venomous King Cobra, Cobra Max and Cobra Select.
Stud T-20i/T-11i
Rs.14,999
Made for the born-to-attack batsman, the Stud T-20i is the biggest of all SG bats. The bat has been designed from scratch for the Twenty20 format of the game. It has extra-thick edges and a massive profile. The handle is made from premium imported cane, and features SG's CHEVtec grip for a superior sense of control. A toe protector not only makes sure the bat lasts long, it also helps keep the right amount of moisture locked in. Available only in size SH, the bat comes with a padded protective case.
The Stud T-11i has the same features but is more affordable than the Stud T-20i.
King Cobra
Rs.3,999 – Rs.12,999
Like playing attacking strokes? You'll love the King Cobra's beautiful balance and weight (1,150 to 1,250 grams). Made just for the aggressive test batsman, the bat packs exceptional power and has a lightweight pickup. The handle is similar to the Stud T-20i's. Also features a CHEVtec grip and toe protector. The bat comes with a padded protective case. Available in sizes SH, 6 and 5.
Cobra Max
Rs.8,999
Another 5-day bat, the Cobra Max features thick edges to concentrate power hits . . . a phenomenal sweet spot . . . and a balanced pickup. It weighs as much as the King Cobra and has more or less the same features. It comes with a full-length padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. Available only in size SH.
Cobra Select
Rs.5,499
The Cobra Select is a classic 5-day bat and has a traditional shape and curved blade. It also has thick edges. The handle is similar to that found in any other bat in the series. Also features a CHEVtec grip and toe protector. The bat—1,150 to 1,275 grams—comes with a padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. Available only in size SH.
The Dasher Series
“Dynamite on two feet.”
It's either hit out or get out for him . . . or so it seems. Love him or hate him, but you can't ignore this blindingly brilliant batsman. He made his test debut in 2001 and went on to score what would be only the first of many centuries. He was the first Indian ever to reach the 300 mark. And the first Indian to score the most double centuries. And he is a man in a hurry. No one in the history of the 5-day game has scored as many runs faster than the free-spirited “Nawab of Najafgarh”.
SG's Dasher Series of bats is a standing ovation to our very own Virender Sehwag.
If you or a loved one hero-worship or naturally play like him, a Dasher Series bat is all you need to send the competition packing.
There are two English willow bats in the Dasher Series. The VS 319 Ultimate and the VS 319 Super.
The letters 'V' and 'S' are of course the initials of the “Nawab”. The '319' immortalizes Sehwag's highest test score.
VS 319 Ultimate
Rs.6,999
The VS 319 Ultimate has been designed by Sehwag himself. It's just the way he likes a bat to be. Made from select English willow, the bat is extremely light (1,150 to 1,250 grams) . . . has a curved blade . . . thick edges . . . and an extra-high sweet spot for batsmen who love blasting the ball to hell. The handle is made from premium imported cane, and features SG's CHEVtec grip for a superior sense of control. A toe protector not only makes sure the bat lasts long, it also helps keep the right amount of moisture locked in. Available only in size SH, the bat comes with a padded protective cover with an adjustable strap.
VS 319 Super
Rs.3,999
The VS 319 Super is a traditional bat with thick edges and a curved blade. The bat weighs almost as much as the VS 319 Ultimate and has more or less the same features. The bat face is preprepared with tape. Available only in size SH.
The Wall Series
“The ultimate battle of minds.”
He is the old reliable—the “lambey race ka ghoda” of test cricket.
Compared with this maestro, Virender Sehwag seems raw and brash (not that we are complaining!).
This batsman is one of the pillars of Indian cricket. One of the last gentlemen in the gentleman's game. India might never produce a test player of his calibre ever again.
He is one of a rare breed of batsmen who still win new fans for the 5-day format of the game.
Averaging 52.44, he is the kind of senior player that no world-class eleven can do without—even if he does not come through with the bat as much as his critics would like him to.
Scoring 95 on his test debut, he has gone on to successfully adapt himself to all other formats of the game. So much so that this nearly 40-year-old batsman will even be seen in action in the 2011 edition of the IPL.
This by-the-book batsman has an endless supply of both stamina and patience. Ask the opposition. Or the millions of fans. They call him “The Wall”.
If there's one lesson that a batsman—or any cricketer—can learn from Rahul Sharad Dravid, it's this. There is nothing that you can't do if you put your mind to it.
The SG Dasher Series is inspired by Dravid and designed for never-say-die batsmen like him.
Take your pick from the Dasher Series' RSD Ultimate, RSD Pro and RSD Select.
RSD Ultimate
RSD Pro
RSD Select
_/_/_/ BATS: Kashmir Willow _/_/_/
“Today's dreamers are tomorrow's champions.”
Did you know that the English introduced the willow tree to Kashmir in the late 1920s?
The Kashmir willow has been used to make cricket bats only since the 1970s.
Bats made from the Kashmir willow are generally considered to be inferior to those made from the English variety. But Kashmir willow bats can be just as durable, balanced and reliable as the English willow bats.
One huge advantage of Kashmir willow bats is the price. Unlike the English variety, Kashmir willow bats are extremely affordable.
SG uses only the best variety of Kashmir willow we can find. The Kashmir willow we use is the type that has been allowed to mature for many years after it was planted. After the tree is harvested, the wood is treated the same way we treat our imported English willow.
One of the most important steps in the bat-making process at SG is air-drying. No other maker of cricket bats in the world bothers to do this.
Why is air-drying so important?
Air-drying means letting the wood dry naturally. No dryers are used. The air-drying of the willow helps lock in the moisture. And makes our handmade bats sound great, feel great and help you play like a champion. Air-drying also helps the bat last longer. Air-drying adds days to the bat-making process. But it's worth it. As you will see when you play with an SG Kashmir willow bat years from now.
SG's Kashmir willow range of bats is ideal for school, college and corporate batsmen . . . league players . . . and even first-class cricketers.
There are ten different types of SG Kashmir willow bats. Cobra Gold. Strokewell. Boundary. VS 319 Plus. Reliant Plus. Cruiser. Optipro. Nexus Plus. Phoenix Xtreme. And . . . MaxCover.
Cobra Gold
Rs.949 – Rs.1,699
The Cobra Gold is your traditional cricket bat. It is designed for maximum stability . . . has thick edges . . . and a curved blade. The handle is made from premium imported cane, and features SG's CHEVtec grip for a superior sense of control. It comes with a full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap. Available in sizes SH, 6 and 5.
Strokewell
Rs.1,499
The Strokewell has the same features as the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available only in size SH.
Boundary
Rs.799 – Rs.1,299
The Boundary is the same as the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5 and 4.
VS 319 Plus
Rs.1,249
The VS 319 Plus immortalizes Virender Sehwag's highest test score. The bat is similar to the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available only in size SH.
Reliant Plus
Rs.1,159
This bat too is like the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available only in size SH.
Cruiser
Rs.699 – Rs.1,099
Similar to the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5 and 4.
Optipro
Rs.1,049
Same as the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available only in size SH.
Nexus Plus
Rs.649 – Rs.999
Like the Cobra Gold but much more affordable. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3.
Phoenix Xtreme
Rs.899
Like the Cobra Gold but much more affordable. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3.
MaxCover
Rs.549 – Rs.749
Entry-level bat with the same features as the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3.
_/_/_/ BATTING GLOVES _/_/_/
The International Series
“Batting gloves for master batsmen.”
You have the fire. You have the practice. You have the experience. You hold the perfect cricket bat in your hands.
But do you have the right batting gloves?
Can you imagine a Sunil Gavaskar . . . Virender Sehwag . . . Suresh Raina . . . or Rahul Dravid walking out there wearing the wrong pair?
Batting gloves should be so good that the batsman out in the middle virtually forgets he is wearing them.
Comfort is important. But so too is protection. And durability? That's important too.
SG makes some of the world's best cricket gear. And that includes batting gloves.
Got your heart set on owning an SG English willow bat or already own one? You cannot imagine how useful a pair of the SG International Series batting gloves can be to you.
The International Series is the best-of-the-best batting gloves created especially for top-notch batsmen.
Sweat . . . moisture . . . “stickiness” . . . poor ventilation . . . too much or too little knuckle, finger and thumb protection . . . and other nightmares are now all a thing of the past.
As you would expect, the International Series batting gloves are made from only the finest materials.
SG has a panel of well-known cricketers helping us stay one step ahead of the needs of cricketers like you. In other words, the gloves—like our other cricket gear—are virtually made by cricketers for cricketers.
The SG International Series has five world-class pairs of batting gloves. Hilite. VS 319 Ultimate. Maxilite Ultimate. Dazzler. Test. And . . . RSD Ultimate.
Hilite
Rs.1,799
The palms of these lightweight gloves are made from the best imported leather made by Pittards of England. The polyurethane used for the finger rolls is also imported. Other features include . . .
• Nylon gusset for ventilation
• Ergonomic finger and thumb splits
• Sponge-padded polyurethane back for comfort
• Extra finger protection reinforced with a thermoplastic polyurethane insert in the first two fingers of the bottom hand
• Lightweight and rounded high-density foam finger rolls
• Split thumb and three-piece sidebars on lead glove
• Leather tabs on fingertips
• Extra Pittards leather patch on vulnerable areas of the palm
• Mesh thumb for better ventilation
• Polyurethane-embossed knuckles
• Toweled wristband with velcro fastening
VS 319 Ultimate
Maxilite Ultimate
Dazzler
Rs.1,399
The traditional Dazzler's palms are made from top-grade sheep leather. The gloves have other features more or less similar to those of the Hilite.
Test
Rs.1,129 – Rs.1,299
The Test is identical to the Dazzler but is also available in sizes suitable for younger batsmen and boys.
RSD Ultimate
The Pro Series
“Live to play. Play to win.”
There is no doubt that we are mad.
Mad for cricket. Mad about cricket.
Mad for cricketers. Mad about cricketers.
Few things stir up our emotions as much as cricket does. It is not an exaggeration to say that cricket is almost a religion with us Indians.
Which is probably why we are one of only five nations to have won the World Cup . . . the #1 test team in the world and the #2 ODI team as of January 2011 . . . and the birthplace of the Indian Premier League, the second-highest paying sports league in the world.
At the top of everyone's list of cricketing heroes are the openers, master blasters, pinch hitters, night watchmen and the wizards of the willow—the batsmen.
Once upon a time, the list included the likes of Sunil Gavaskar. Today, the list also includes the Virender Sehwags . . . Suresh Rainas . . . and the Rahul Dravids.
While millions are entertained and thrilled by these batsmen, there are a few dozen who are inspired by them.
From among these handful of individuals will emerge tomorrow's Gavaskars, Sehwags, Rainas and Dravids.
And to these individuals is dedicated the SG Pro Series of batting gloves.
If you dream of one day stepping into the shoes of your favourite world-class batsman, then you are the kind of guy who will truly appreciate the Pro Series.
The Pro Series has the comfort, protection, durability and finish that you are looking for in a sensibly priced pair of batting gloves.
The Pro Series has five exciting batting gloves. Excelite. Litevate. ProSoft. League. And . . . RSD Pro.
Excelite
Rs.949
The lightweight Excelite has a top-grade leather palm and PVC finger rolls. Other important features include . . .
• Nylon gusset for ventilation
• Sponge-padded polyurethane back for a great fit
• Thermoplastic polyurethane insert in the first two sections of the lead two fingers for protection
• Three-piece sidebars on the lead hand
• Leather fingertips
• Extra leather patch on the most vulnerable areas of the palm
• Toweled wristband with velcro fastening
Litevate
Rs.749
The lightweight Litevate has a good quality leather palm . . . layered dual density foam padding . . . and many of the same features as the Excelite.
ProSoft
Rs.779 – Rs.899
The traditional ProSoft has a top-grade leather palm . . . cotton-filled finger rolls . . . and almost all the features of the Excelite. ProSoft is also available in sizes suitable for younger batsmen and boys.
League
Rs.469 – Rs.549
The most affordable pair of SG Pro Series gloves you can own. The traditional League has a good quality leather palm . . . precurved cotton-filled finger rolls and thumbs . . . dual crossbars for better protection . . . leather tabs on fingertips reinforced with thermoplastic polyurethane . . . and many of the same features as the Excelite. The League is also available in sizes suitable for younger batsmen and boys.
RSD Pro
The Club Series
“Dream big because your dream may come true.”
Sunil Gavaskar was 22.
Rahul Dravid was 23.
Virender Sehwag was 21.
And Suresh Raina?
He was just 19.
Future teams may include many players who will be far younger when they debut for India.
Imagine if you are one of those players.
What would it mean to you to play for India . . . to play in front of thousands who turn up for the game . . . and millions more—including your family and friends—watching you on their TVs, computers and mobile devices?
Wouldn't it be a dream come true?
The SG Club Series of batting gloves is for cricketers like you or a loved one. The dreamers. The hard workers. The future faces of Indian cricket. The Gavaskars . . . Dravids . . . Sehwags . . . and Rainas of tomorrow. The young guns.
The Club Series is a no-frills range of five practical and affordable batting gloves. E-Lite. Ecolite. Super Club. Club. And . . . Campus.
E-Lite
Rs.359 – Rs.399
The lightweight E-Lite is made from top-grade PVC. It has a nylon gusset for ventilation . . . a leather palm . . . a back made from superior cotton . . . high-density foam and cotton finger rolls and thumbs . . . and a velcro-fastened toweled wristband for comfort. The E-Lite is also available in sizes suitable for young batsmen and boys.
Ecolite
Rs.199 – Rs.209
The lightweight PVC Ecolite has a cotton palm . . . PVC-reinforced vulnerable palm areas . . . a cotton gusset . . . some features found in the E-Lite . . . and an elastic wristband with a velcro fastener. The Ecolite is also available in sizes suitable for young batsmen and boys.
Super Club
Rs.339 – Rs.399
The traditional Super Club has a suede leather palm and extra protection (reinforced with thermoplastic polyurethane) for the first two fingers of the lead hand. It also has dual crossbars for better protection and other features similar to those found in the E-Lite. The Super Club is also available in sizes suitable for young batsmen and boys.
Club
Rs.239 – Rs.269
The traditional PVC Club's main features are a cotton fabric palm and back . . . cotton-filled finger rolls and thumbs . . . leather reinforcement in the vulnerable palm areas . . . and a velcro-fastened toweled wristband. The Club is also available in sizes suitable for young batsmen and boys.
Campus
Rs.159 – Rs.199
The Campus is another traditional PVC pair. It has a cotton palm and back . . . cotton-filled finger rolls and thumbs . . . cotton gusset . . . PVC reinforcement on the lead fingers and thumbs . . . and a velcro-fastened toweled wristband. The Campus is also available in sizes suitable for young batsmen and boys.
_/_/_/ BATTING PADS _/_/_/
The International Series
“Professional protection for amateur batsmen.”
In the hands of top bowlers, a cricket ball can hit anywhere from 120 kmph to over 150 kmph. Javagal Srinath . . . Ishant Sharma . . . Ajit Agarkar . . . Zaheer Khan . . . and Ashish Nehra are some of India's fastest.
If you were facing a bowler like any of the gentlemen named above, a good pair of batting pads is simply common sense.
A cricket ball crashing into your knee or shin at even 60 kmph can be nasty.
A serious injury can end a batsman's career even before it begins.
So, how do you choose the right batting pads?
Buy the pad that's of the right size. Bigger is not better. A pad that's a size or two too big for you can interfere with your mobility and game. And it may not even offer the right protection.
When you try on a pad, make sure the centre of the pad's knee roll is where the centre of your knee is—it should not be too high or too low.
Remember, a good pair of batting pads is well worth the price you pay for it.
The SG International Series has six top-of-the-line batting pads for the first-class batsman. Maxilite-XL. Hilite. VS 319 Ultimate. RSD Ultimate. Test. And . . . Nylite.
Maxilite-XL
Rs.2,299
The lightweight and flexible Maxilite-XL is the professional EPE-moulded pad that offers reliable protection. Compact and wraparound, the pad has a PU facing . . . high-density sponge-filled vertical bolsters reinforced with a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) insert . . . mesh instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Hilite
Rs.2,199
Another lightweight professional pad, the Hilite has an imported PU facing . . . high-density foam filling for a traditional look and extra width . . . high-density foam side wings . . . extra butterfly straps for the right fit . . . high-density sponge bolster with low-density foam and TPU reinforcement . . . TPU-moulded knee socket . . . mesh instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat.
VS 319 Ultimate
RSD Ultimate
Test
Rs.1,449 – Rs.1,749
Test and Twenty20 specialists like Rahul Dravid and Suresh Raina use the Test pair of traditional batting pads. These professional pads have an imported PU facing and cotton-filled knee rolls reinforced with a layer of high-density foam. Other key features include a butterfly centre strap . . . a low-density foam and cane construction with high-density foam side wings . . . a high-density sponge bolster with low-density foam reinforcement . . . mesh instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. The Test is also available in sizes suitable for younger players and boys.
Nylite
Rs.1,499
The lightweight Nylite has a top-grade PVC facing . . . high-density foam construction . . . high-density sponge vertical bolster . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat.
The Pro Series
“The world is waiting.”
Those who want to be counted among the next generation of India's cricketers 'must have a passion and a dream . . . and follow it' says Rahul “The Wall” Dravid.
Virender Sehwag believes that 'you can achieve whatever you want to if you have a passion [for] the game and . . . if you are ready to work hard'.
'You need to have enormous self-belief', advises Sunil Gavaskar, 'that whatever the opposition has got for you, you will be able to counter it—you will be able to do better than the opposition'.
Passion . . . a dream . . . hard work . . . and self-belief.
Great advice from three batting greats.
You will also need great cricket gear on your journey to the top.
Cricket gear like the SG Pro Series of batting pads.
The Pro Series has been designed especially for a new crop of cricketers who dream of one day playing at the international level.
The Pro Series is a range of four reliable and comfortable pads. Litevate. VS 319 Select. Super Club. RSD Pro.
Litevate
Rs.949 – Rs.1,149
The lightweight Litevate has a top-grade PVC facing . . . layered double-density foam padding for protection and flexibility . . . high-density sponge-filled bolster with low-density foam reinforcement . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It is also available in sizes suitable for younger batsmen and boys.
VS 319 Select
Rs.1,099
The traditional VS 319 Select immortalizes Virender Sehwag's highest test score. It is of a professional, superior quality and has a top-grade PVC facing. It has cotton-filled knee rolls . . . low-density foam and cane construction with high-density foam side wings . . . bolsters with high-density sponge . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat.
Super Club
Rs.749 – Rs.899
The Super Club is another traditional pair of batting pads in the Pro Series range. It has a top-grade PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction with low-density cotton and foam side wings . . . center ribs with low-density foam filling to reduce weight . . . bolsters with high-density sponge . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It is also available in sizes suitable for younger batsmen and boys.
RSD Pro
The Club Series
“Confidence builds champions.”
Imagine scoring 498 runs in a school tournament.
That's exactly what Mumbai's Armaan Jaffer did in 2010.
By piling up nearly five centuries, Jaffer became the highest individual scorer in Indian school cricket history.
Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu's S. Badrinath finished the 2010-2011 season of the Ranji Trophy with figures of 922 runs, 9 matches, 11 innings and an average of 131.71. Badrinath topped the table of the highest-scoring batsmen.
Mayank Agarwal is one of only three Indian batsmen to figure in the list of the Top 10 Under-19 ODI batting record holders. He scored 160 runs in 2009 against Australia.
Jaffer . . . Badrinath . . . and Agarwal may not be as famous as some of India's top batsmen.
But these youngsters may very well become tomorrow's Gavaskars, Dravids, Sehwags and Rainas.
The SG Club Series of batting pads is designed especially for young cricketers like them all over the country.
The Club Series has four reliable and affordable pairs of batting pads. Ecolite. Club. Campus. And . . . Optipro.
Ecolite
Rs.629 – Rs.749
The Ecolite is SG's most affordable pair of lightweight batting pads. It has a PVC facing . . . low-density foam padding for protection and flexibility . . . Cashmilon and low-density foam filled vertical bolster . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen. It is also available in sizes suitable for young batters and boys.
Club
Rs.639 – Rs.799
The Club is a budget-priced pair of traditional pads. It has a wipe-to-clean PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction with low-density cotton and foam side wings . . . three Cashmilon-filled cross bolsters . . . high-density sponge-filled bolsters . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It is also available in sizes suitable for young batters and boys.
Campus
Rs.529 – Rs.649
The Campus is another budget-priced pair of traditional pads. It has a PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction with Cashmilon side wings . . . all-Cashmilon bolsters with low-density foam reinforcement . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen. It is also available in sizes suitable for young batters and boys.
Optipro
Rs.429 – Rs.549
The Optipro is the third budget-priced pair of traditional pads in the Club Series. It has a wipe-to-clean PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction with Cashmilon side wings . . . all-Cashmilon bolsters . . . and wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen. It is also available in sizes suitable for young batters and boys.
_/_/_/ WICKETKEEPING GLOVES _/_/_/
The International Series
“Superior protection for the safest hands on the field.”
It was Rahul Dravid's part-time job.
Syed Kirmani, Kiran More and Nayan Mongia did it years before him.
M. S. Dhoni still does it. And he does it on a full-time basis like the last three cricketers.
Keeping wickets.
It's a tough job.
Keeping wickets is one job that truly separates the men from the boys.
Not everyone is cut out to be a wicketkeeper.
You either can keep wickets or you can't. It's something you need to be virtually born with.
You need to have the stamina of a marathon runner. The flexibility of a gymnast. The focus of an Olympics shooter. And the mind of a military strategist.
Keeping wickets is a demanding role. Physically. And mentally.
Anyone can field. Not everyone can keep wickets.
Besides stopping the ball from running away to the boundary . . . stumping . . . catching . . . and appealing, the wicketkeeper must also study the man whose back he faces.
The keeper also advises the captain, senior players and the bowlers about the weaknesses and strengths of a batsman.
And after he's done behind the wickets, a wicketkeeper may also be expected to come through with the bat.
Much is expected of a wicketkeeper.
Which is why the SG International Series of wicketkeeping gloves makes no compromises in either protection or comfort.
Wearing a pair of SG's world-class International Series wicketkeeping gloves, you can confidently tackle the fastest balls without risking injury to your fingers, wrists or arms.
The International Series of wicketkeeping gloves has three top-of-the-line pairs of wicketkeeping gloves. Hilite. Supakeep. And . . . Test.
Hilite
Rs.2,399
This professional pair is made from aniline leather and has all-leather palms, cuffs and backs. It has generous catching pockets . . . mesh inserts on the back for ventilation . . . and white padded and toweled linings in the cuffs.
Supakeep
Rs.1,899
This professional pair is made from the finest supple leather. It has all-leather palms, cuffs and backs . . . generous catching pockets . . . mesh inserts on the back for ventilation . . . and white padded and toweled linings in the cuffs.
Test
Rs.1,599
The Test pair is made from excellent supple leather. It has all-leather palms, backs and cuffs . . . generous catching pockets . . . mesh inserts on the back for ventilation . . . and white padded and toweled linings in the cuffs.
The Pro Series
“For specialist cricketers only.”
Every wicketkeeper needs a good pair of gloves. It's compulsory.
And it doesn't matter if he is standing up or standing back.
A wicketkeeper worried about finger, wrist and arm injuries is not a confident wicketkeeper. He is a liability to himself and to the entire team.
A wicketkeeper may keep wickets by the book. He may practice keeping wickets for hours. But without the right pair of wicketkeeping gloves he might as well have two left hands (or two right hands if he is a lefty!).
The main purpose of wicketkeeping gloves is to of course prevent injuries, which can end a cricketer's career in a matter of a few seconds.
Wicketkeeping gloves act as shock absorbers. They cushion the impact of the ball when it comes in contact with the wicketkeeper's hands.
A good pair of gloves also help make the wicketkeeper the safest pair of hands on the field.
The SG Pro Series of wicketkeeping gloves is designed for young cricketers who have the talent and the desire to keep wickets.
Youngsters who are inspired by and look up to past and present keepers such as Kirmani . . . Mongia . . . More . . . Dhoni . . . even Gilchrist . . . Boucher . . . Sangakkara and others.
The Pro Series has four wicketkeeping gloves that provide the level of protection and comfort expected at the international level. Tournament. League. Super Club. Club.
Tournament
Rs.1,299
The Tournament is made from high-quality leather and has all-leather cuffs and backs. It has generous catching pockets . . . white padded and toweled linings in the cuffs . . . and mesh inserts on the backs for proper ventilation.
League
Rs.879 – Rs.999
This inexpensive pair of gloves has cupped palms and all-leather palms and backs. Mesh inserts on the backs provide proper ventilation. The gloves also have toweled back linings in the cuffs and are also available in a size suitable for younger wicketkeepers.
Super Club
Rs.799 – Rs.949
Another inexpensive pair in the series. The Super Club has cupped palms and all-leather palms and backs with PVC cuffs. It also has mesh inserts on the backs for proper ventilation . . . and toweled back linings in the cuffs. The Super Club is also available in sizes suitable for younger wicketkeepers and boys.
Club
Rs.529 – Rs.599
The most affordable pair in the series. The Club is a no-frills pair with all-leather palms and backs and PVC cuffs. It is also available in sizes suitable for younger wicketkeepers and boys.
_/_/_/ WICKETKEEPING PADS _/_/_/
The International Series
“Be prepared to face the unexpected.”
A good pair of pads is as important to a wicketkeeper as a good pair of wicketkeeping gloves.
A wicketkeeper has to be athletic. If he isn't, he can't expect to be a success keeping wickets.
Besides his hands, a wicketkeeper also uses his legs to deal with runaway balls.
A wicketkeeper's knees need the most protection. They often bear the full brunt of the impact of the body coming into contact with the ground. Which could be anywhere from a few inches to several feet below him.
When you try on a pair of wicketkeeping pads, make sure the centre of the knee rolls is where the centre of your knees is—not too high or too low.
The right size is also important. And not only to avoid injury. A pair of wicketkeeping pads that's too big or too small can interfere with your mobility and performance out in the middle.
Proper padding is also essential. A ball can rise or stay low without warning. A good pair of wicketkeeping pads should act as a shock absorber. It should protect the entire front part of your leg that begins at the top of the knee and ends where the shin meets your foot.
A good pair of wicketkeeping pads not only protect wicketkeepers from falls and impacts. They are also extremely comfortable.
The SG International Series is the ultimate range of lightweight professional wicketkeeping pads. The series has three select pairs. Megalite. Hilite. And . . . Super Test.
Megalite
Rs.1,549
The Megalite features imported PU facing . . . high-density foam construction with broad foam centre strip for extra shin protection . . . high-density sponge-filled bolsters . . . and wear-resistant PVC insteps with hardwearing piping.
Hilite
Rs.1,249
Besides more or less the same features as the Megalite, the Hilite also has a high-density foam-filled top hat.
Super Test
Rs.869 – Rs.949
Similar in many ways to the Megalite, the Super Test also features low-density foam and cane construction for a traditional look . . . high-density foam-filled top hat . . . and three paneled top hat construction. The Super Test is also available in a size suitable for younger wicketkeepers.
The Pro Series
“Never give up. Never give in.”
Wicketkeeping is not a glamorous job. At least not as much as batting or bowling. Or even fielding.
Almost every Indian wicketkeeper over the years has been expected to do more than just keep wickets.
Former keepers Kirmani and Mongia had to pick up the bat, walk out to the middle and prove their worth all over again . . . after spending the entire day keeping wickets.
Even Rahul “The Wall” Dravid kept wickets for a while. But millions of fans still expected him to wear the opposition down with the bat. Regardless of how well he did behind the wickets.
Most quietly get on with the job of keeping wickets and even contribute with the bat.
But there are a few livewires who electrify the entire team on and off the field.
The enthusiasm of these “cheerleaders” energizes their teammates. And irritates the rival batsmen to no end.
These special individuals have a big heart. And are ready to play any role they are asked to with the same confidence that they keep wickets.
An SG Pro Series pair of wicketkeeping pads is designed for the livewire wicketkeeper. And like him, it can confidently tackle any challenge that the game may throw at it.
The Pro Series has three reliable and inexpensive pairs of traditional wicketkeeping pads. League. Club. And . . . Campus.
League
Rs.649 – Rs.699
The League features top-grade wipe-to-clean PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction for excellent protection and ball impact absorption . . . high-density sponge-filled bolsters . . . low-density foam-filled top hat . . . three-panel top hat construction . . . and wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping. The League is also available in a size suitable for younger wicketkeepers.
Club
Rs.499 – Rs.599
The Club features strong wipe-to-clean PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction for excellent protection and ball impact absorption . . . high-density sponge-filled bolsters . . . three-panel top hat construction . . . and wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping. The Club is also available in sizes suitable for younger wicketkeepers and boys.
Campus
Rs.459 – Rs.499
The Campus has similar features as the Club and Cashmilon vertical bolsters for shock absorption. The Campus is also available in sizes suitable for younger wicketkeepers and boys.
_/_/_/ PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT _/_/_/
“Feel invincible.”
The world's best cricketers wear protective equipment.
Every cricketer should.
It's not enough to protect just your head, hands and lower legs.
Thighs. Elbows. Chest. Groin. They all need to be protected too.
Not only from the cricket ball, which weighs about 160 grams and is not to be taken lightly. But also from falls and dives and player collisions.
Cricket can be an unpredictable game. And injuries are all too common.
But good protective equipment—like what SG makes—can give you the confidence to give the game your best without worrying about injury.
Batsman. Wicketkeeper. Close fielder. No matter who you are, SG's protective equipment is designed not only for your protection. It is also designed for your comfort.
The SG range of protective equipment has thigh pads, elbow guards, inner thigh pads, chest guards and abdominal pads. The range also includes inner gloves.
THIGH PADS
Proflex
Rs.499
Ergonomic, lightweight and moulded for comfort, Proflex features dual-density fabrication with high- and low-density foam . . . and superior quality fine elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Radix
Rs.399
The Radix features high-density foam preshaped in linen casing with top grade PVC . . . soft absorbent toweled back . . . solid TPU insert on the front for extra protection . . . and superior grade elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Litevate
Rs.299
The lightweight Litevate features a high-density foam preshaped moulded fit . . . and elastic straps around waist and leg with velcro fasteners for quick and easy adjustment. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Super Test
Rs.249
The Super Test is a lightweight pad with low-density foam preshaped in linen casing with fabric . . . soft absorbent toweled back . . . solid TPU insert on the front for extra protection . . . and superior quality elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen, including younger cricketers.
Test
Rs.189 – Rs.209
The Test is another lightweight pad. It features low-density foam filling and is preshaped in linen casing for a moulded fit. It has elastic straps around the waist and leg with velcro fasteners for quick and easy adjustment. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen. The Test is also available in sizes suitable for younger players and boys.
ELBOW GUARDS
Proflex
Rs.249
The Proflex is ergonomic and moulded for comfort. It features dual-density fabrication with lightweight high- and low-density foam . . . and towel and elastic velcro straps.
Radix
Rs.199
The Radix features high-density foam preshaped in linen casing with good quality PVC . . . soft absorbent toweled back . . . solid TPU insert on the front for extra protection . . . and towel and elastic velcro straps.
Litevate
Rs.159
The lightweight Litevate features high-density foam preshaped to give a moulded fit . . . and top and bottom elastic velcro straps for easy adjustment.
Super Test
Rs.139
The Super Test features lightweight low-density foam-filled lycra-like stretch material casing for an even fit all around the elbow. It is preshaped for comfort and has a soft absorbent toweled back. It is also available for younger players.
Test
Rs.89 – Rs.99
The lightweight Test is low-density foam filled and preshaped in linen casing for a moulded fit. It has top and bottom elastic velcro straps for easy adjustment. It is also available for younger players and boys.
INNER THIGH PAD
Proflex
Rs.279
Proflex is ergonomic and moulded for comfort. It has dual-density lightweight high- and low-density foam and superior quality elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Radix
Rs.239
Radix is high-density foam preshaped in linen casing with good quality PVC. It has a soft absorbent toweled back . . . solid TPU insert on the front for extra protection . . . and superior quality elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Super Test
Rs.159
Super Test is high-density foam preshaped in linen casing with good quality PVC. It has a soft absorbent toweled back . . . solid TPU insert on the front for extra protection . . . and superior quality elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen.
CHEST GUARD
Proflex
Rs.449
The Proflex is ergonomic and moulded for comfort. It has dual-density lightweight and high- and low-density foam . . . and superior quality elastic velcro straps.
Supalite
Rs.299
The Supalite is lightweight and has low-density foam preshaped with tapered edges to give a moulded fit. It has a soft absorbent toweled back . . . is shaped to give protection to the chest and kidney areas . . . and has elastic straps on top and bottom for easy adjustment.
ABDOMINAL PAD
Test
Rs.109
The Test is a highly impact-resistant poly protector. This strap-on type has a border bound with foam casing and stuffed with fluffed cotton. It has a pinless buckle system . . . elastic and leather combination straps for a comfortable fit and easy adjustment . . . and is shaped to give optimum groin protection.
Litevate
Rs.59
The Litevate's unique new design features a moulded rubber padding on the edges for extra protection. It is also available for younger players.
Profile
Rs.49
The slip-in type Profile is a highly impact-resistant poly protector. It fits into jockstraps and briefs . . . has a border bound with foam casing and stuffed with fluffed cotton . . . and is shaped for optimum groin protection. It is also available for younger players.
Tournament
Rs.46 – Rs.49
The Tournament is similar to the Profile. It is also available for younger players and boys.
League
Rs.29
The League is similar in many ways to the Profile.
INNER GLOVES
Test
Rs.269
The Test is used and recommended by the world's top wicketkeepers. Made from highly absorbent fine cotton material, it has a full chamois leather palm . . . sponge-padded palm for better grip and protection . . . and a toweled wristband with a velcro fastener.
League
Rs.69 – Rs.79
The League is a thick, highly absorbent and durable cotton fabric pair. It has a sponge-padded palm for better grip and protection . . . wide cotton cuff for slippage-free fitting . . . and is widely used and recommended as a long-lasting pair of wicketkeeping inner gloves. It is also available for younger players.
Club
Rs.49 – Rs.59
The Club can be used by both wicketkeepers and batsmen. It is made from highly absorbent fine cotton and has a wide cotton cuff for slippage-free fitting. It is also available for younger players and boys.
Campus
Rs.45 – Rs.49
The Campus is made from fine absorbent cotton and has cut fingers for better grip. It is also available for younger players and boys.
_/_/_/ SHOES _/_/_/
“Put your best foot forward on the field.”
You've got to be confident on your feet out in the middle.
It doesn't matter if you are a school cricketer or one of the Men in Blue like Rahul Dravid . . . Virender Sehwag . . . or Suresh Raina.
You need to be able to launch yourself up in the air . . . leap sideways . . . boldly step or launch yourself forward to meet the ball . . . bend, retrieve and release . . . stop your body's momentum . . . get back on your feet quickly . . . go for the catches that win matches . . . and do a whole lot more.
Great footwork separates the specialist batsmen from the tail-enders. But even a specialist batsman can end up looking like a tail-ender if he feels like he's standing on ice. Running between the wickets is also vitally important. And so too is a bit of athleticism. If you are a batsman, wouldn't you be confident wearing the right shoes?
And if you are a bowler? A bowler's knees and feet suffer the most. The next time you get a chance to watch a Zaheer Khan or an Ishant Sharma in ultra slow motion on the TV, pay special attention to his feet and knees moments before he releases the ball. You can virtually feel the shock running up the bowler's legs. A good pair of shoes are in many ways a bowler's best friend.
And what if you are a wicketkeeper? Wicketkeepers are the unsung heroes of the game. Not only do they tirelessly keep wickets. Many of them are also expected to pick up the bat and prove their worth all over again. The constant running, jumping, falling, squatting, standing and scrambling behind the wickets takes a heavy toll on the feet and knees. And no sensible wicketkeeper will ever walk out to the middle without wearing a good pair of shoes that can also cushion most of the shock.
It goes without saying that fielders too need a good pair of shoes. A sloppy fielder is not a beautiful sight to behold. Makes the team lose face. Sloppy fielding doesn't sit well with the bowler. Not to mention the captain. And sloppy fielders don't last long if they are also no good in the bowling or batting department.
SG shoes are virtually designed for cricketers by cricketers. A panel of international cricketers helps SG stay one step ahead of the needs of serious cricketers.
CONVERTIBLE
Radix T10i
Rs.2,795
The Radix T10i can be easily converted from full to half spikes and back again. It can be customized with either metal or soft spikes. Each shoe has 11 spikes . . . soft high-peeling PU upper with mesh for ventilation . . . midsole with FLEXOLID technology for both flexibility and durability . . . padded, ventilating and removable sock liner . . . abrasion-resistant rubber outsole . . . leather abrasion-resistant toe overlay . . . and an adjustable support strap for foot stability. Sizes: 7-11.
RUBBER
Fieldstar
Rs.1,695
The Fieldstar has a unique traction control outsole . . . lightweight upper with mesh for ventilation . . . fast TPU lacing system . . . moulded TPU heel support . . . ergonomic insole of low compression EVA . . . and outsole toe stitched with the upper. Sizes: 6-11.
Steadler
Rs.1,465
The Steadler has high-quality PU/mesh upper . . . cleat outsole for better ground control . . . running shoe profile for maximum stability . . . lightweight cushion midsole for extra comfort . . . and thermoplastic heel support. Sizes: 6-11.
Megastar
Rs.1,325
The Megastar has an aerodynamic upper design . . . lightweight EVA midsole . . . new grip outsole pattern for playing on all surfaces . . . special insole with holes for ventilation . . . outsole stitched with the upper . . . and thermoplastic heel support. Sizes: 5-11.
CASUAL
Runner
Rs.1,395
The Runner is designed for comfortable running. It has a dual-density lightweight EVA midsole . . . low-compression EVA insole to reduce fatigue . . . special insole with holes for ventilation . . . flexible outsole rubber cleats . . . and thermoplastic heel support. Sizes: 6-11.
_/_/_/ CLOTHING _/_/_/
“Power dressing for cricketers.”
You can wear whatever you can grab. Like most cricketers.
Or you can dress for success. Which only a few cricketers do.
Which side are you on?
Cricket today isn't just about what you can do on the field. It is also about how good you look doing it.
If you've seen Suresh Raina in action, you will know what we are talking about.
Raina is not only one of India's most promising batsmen. He is also one of the best fielders in the side.
And doesn't he look good with the bat? Doesn't he look sharp in the field?
“Clothes make a man,” Mark Twain said half-seriously.
But it may well be true in the case of cricketers today.
Got the talent, got the looks and also dress for success?
Who knows. You may very well sign a multi-crore contract of your own a few years from now.
The SG clothing range is designed for cricketers like you. Cricketers who understand that the right image can be as important as a chance to move closer to the Men in Blue.
_/_/_/ HELMETS _/_/_/
“Helmets for tomorrow's batting legends.”
Do you know why the legendary Sunil Gavaskar never wore a proper helmet?
His habit of reading in bed apparently resulted in weak neck muscles.
Gavaskar feared that a helmet would slow down his reaction time to bouncers.
But Gavaskar—this may come as a surprise to you!—was one of the first batsmen to use head protection.
His “skull cap”—which he wore under his hat—looked like a plaster cast and is almost as famous as the man himself!
It's nearly 25 years since Gavaskar hung up his batting gloves.
If Gavaskar played today, he would have without doubt walked out to the middle wearing one of the modern helmets such as the ones made by SG.
Unlike the helmets of 25 . . . 15 . . . or even 10 years ago, SG helmets weigh very little. Which is important. Because a heavy helmet is not only uncomfortable, it can even interfere with a batsman's concentration and reaction time.
SG helmets offer the reliable protection a batsman needs in today's version of the game. Helmets not only protect the head. They also protect the batsman's face, throat, and even the neck from impact.
Balls that unexpectedly rise . . . deliveries that come off the bat into the batsman . . . misthrows by fielders . . . colliding with a bowler, fielder or fellow batsman . . . diving into the crease to avoid run outs . . . aggressive bowlers . . . .
There are many reasons why a helmet is compulsory if you are a serious batsman.
SG helmets are made from materials which are widely used for their protective impact-resistant durability. The materials are carbon . . . polypropylene . . . acrylonitrile butadiene styrene or ABS . . . and nylon.
The grill of the helmets is of course made from strong steel.
SG makes Fabric and Moulded helmets. The Fabric variety has two helmets. There are five Moulded helmets.
FABRIC
CarboFab
Rs.1,499
The CarboFab is a traditional fabric-covered helmet as worn by international players. It features a lightweight carbon shell for strength and durability . . . protective impact-resistant and sweat-absorbent inner padding with breathable comfort foam . . . fully adjustable steel grill for superior protection . . . disc adjustment system at nape for a custom fit . . . and is available in sizes S, M and L.
PolyFab
Rs.949
The PolyFab is identical to the CarboFab but has a polypropylene shell and is available in sizes Boys, XS, S, M, L and XL.
MOULDED
T20i Pro
Rs.1,199
The T20i Pro has an ABS moulded shell with a unique air flow design for optimum air ventilation, maximum shock absorption, strength and durability . . . sweat-absorbent and breathable inner lining with impact-reducing padding . . . fully adjustable and lightweight steel grill . . . ultra smooth disk adjustment system at nape for a custom fit . . . quick-release nylon chin strap . . . and is available in sizes S, M and L.
T20i Select
Rs.999
The T20i Select features an impact-resistant polypropylene moulded shell with a unique air flow design for strength, durability and optimum air ventilation . . . sweat-absorbent and breathable inner lining with impact-reducing padding . . . fully adjustable and lightweight steel grill . . . quick-release nylon chin strap . . . and is available in sizes S, M and L.
AeroTech
Rs.1,099
The AeroTech features a high-impact resistant nylon outer shell with compacted impact-deadening polystyrene cum mesh inner shell . . . six netted vents for optimum ventilation and to keep the head cool even in the hottest conditions . . . sweat absorbent fabric to keep the forehead absolutely dry, even if you are a heavy sweater . . . rear nape adjuster for a custom fit . . . fully adjustable hardened and powder-coated steel wire faceguard grill with moulded earpiece . . . and is available in sizes XS, S, M, L and XL.
AeroTuff
Rs.799
The AeroTuff is almost identical to—and available in the same sizes as—the AeroTech.
AeroShield
Rs.699
The AeroShield features an outer shell of high-impact resistant polypropylene . . . inner shell made from impact-reducing moulded extra large foam and reinforced with shock-absorbent sponge foam supports . . . six vents for optimum ventilation and to keep the head cool even in the hottest conditions . . . sweat absorbent fabric to keep the forehead absolutely dry, even if you are a heavy sweater . . . fully adjustable hardened and powder-coated steel wire faceguard grill . . . and is available in sizes XS, S, M, L and XL. The AeroShield is a value-for-money product especially designed for beginners and club players.
_/_/_/ HEADGEAR _/_/_/
“Play your part. Look the part.”
Do you know how the term “hat trick” was born?
In 1858, an English bowler named Heathfield Harman Stephenson was gifted a hat after he took three wickets in three consecutive balls in a domestic match.
And can you tell why an amateur cricketer would jump at the chance to say “YES!” to receiving his first cap?
The answer?
Traditionally, a player making a first-class or test debut was given a cap for real.
Which is why the cap also gives us the term “capped”. If a cricketer plays 100 matches, for example, he is said to have been “capped” 100 times or received 100 “caps”.
Famous caps and hats include the baggy caps worn by the Ashes players and the “Panama” hat worn by the likes of Sunil Gavaskar, who wore the famous “skull cap” underneath his.
SG has four different types of caps and hats suitable for everyone from the Rahul Dravids to the Suresh Rainas.
Maxxum
Rs.169
The Maxxum is made from washable cotton fabric. It has a skull-hugging design . . . stylish brim . . . and an adjustable buckle for a snug fit regardless of the head size. It is available in various colours.
Panama Supreme
Rs.149The Panama Supreme is made from superior canvas. It has an extra wide brim . . . embroidered eyelets on both sides for optimum ventilation . . . and loops for your sunglasses. It is available only in white.
Panama Premier
Rs.109
The Panama Premier is 100% cotton and has a extra wide brim. It is available only in white.
Optipro
Rs.79
The Optipro is 100% cotton. It has a stylish brim . . . a skull-hugging design . . . and an adjustable steel buckle for a snug fit regardless of the head size. It is available only in white.
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Maxxport
“Style for the man of substance.”
Composed. Dignified. Patient. Determined. Focussed. Never loses sight of the big picture.
That's Rahul “The Wall” Dravid for you.
The iconic inspiration behind the all-new sports-inspired lifestyle and fitness gear brand . . . Maxxport.
The same words that describe Dravid can also be used to describe the Maxxport man.
Maxxport is not for everyone.
And not every man is a Maxxport man.
If you . . .
. . . like wearing your attitude on your sleeves . . .
. . . prefer a high-profile lifestyle . . .
. . . follow the flow without questioning it . . .
. . . hate rocking the boat for fear of being ridiculed . . .
. . . throw money around to compensate for your shortcomings . . .
. . . then, Maxxport is not for you.
The Maxxport man is so sure of himself he neither seeks nor needs the world's approval.
He follows his heart wherever it may lead him.
And stays true to himself.
Maxxport is brought to you by SG, India's premier cricket gear maker.
Comparable to the best international lifestyle and fitness gear brands available in India, Maxxport puts premium shoes . . . clothing . . .eyewear . . . travel gear . . . and accessories within your reach.
_/_/_/ SHOES _/_/_/
“Footwear designed for life.”
Maxxport shoes are sports-inspired shoes for men and cricketers in the class of Rahul Dravid.
They are not just for the cricketers and joggers and runners and those who work out.
Maxxport shoes are also designed for the travellers and the adventurers.
Whether you are taking in some history . . . hiking . . . rock climbing . . . or white water rafting, Maxxport shoes are reliable companions.
Maxxport shoes are also great for casual weekends.
Maxxport is comparable to—and more affordable than—some of the best international brands available in India.
The sports-inspired Maxxport lifestyle and travel gear brand is brought to you by the house of SG, India's premier cricket gear brand.
Shoes
Training, walking, jogging and running shoes. Also double as casual wear. Comfort fit. Lightweight. Textile lined for comfort. High traction even in wet conditions. Minimalistic upper colour and design theme. Sizes: 7-11.
_/_/_/ CLOTHING _/_/_/
“Active wear for men.”
Maxxport has a great range of sports-inspired clothing for men and cricketers in the class of Rahul Dravid.
Tracksuits and pants. Muscle shirts (sleeveless T-shirts). Polo shirts. Skin fits. Shorts. And . . . T-shirts.
Maxxport clothing is designed to be both practical and stylish . . . without being over the top.
Working out . . . walking/jogging/running . . . camping . . . playing . . . or adventuring. Maxxport clothing is perfect for active men.
Maxxport shirts and T-shirts are also great for casual weekends.
Maxxport is comparable to—and more affordable than—some of the best international brands available in India.
The sports-inspired Maxxport lifestyle and travel gear brand is brought to you by the house of SG, India's premier cricket gear brand.
Tracksuits and pants
Made from 100% woven polyester for durability, long-lasting colours and reduced wrinkling. Lightweight. Mix and match your own set. Loose to trim fits. Use for warm-ups, training, walking, jogging or running. Zipper pockets. Drawstring and elastic waist on tracksuit and pant. Various sizes and styles.
Muscle shirts
Made from 100% knitted polyester for durability, long-lasting colours and reduced wrinkling. Lightweight. Use instead of T-shirt and for warm-ups, training, walking, jogging, running or playing. Designed for comfort. Sleeveless design helps you stay cooler. Soft, comfort fit neck. Various sizes and styles. Machine washable.
Polo shirts
100% knitted polyester . . . 60:40 polyester and cotton . . . or 100% cotton. Activity and casual wear. Three-button placket. Bonded collar. Self-colour or contrast details. Various sizes and styles. Machine washable.
T-shirts
100% knitted polyester . . . 60:40 polyester and cotton . . . or 100% cotton. Activity and casual wear. Short and long sleeves. Solids, and self-colour or contrast designs. Comfort fit round or v-neck style. Various sizes and styles. Machine washable.
Shorts
100% woven polyester for durability, long-lasting colours and reduced wrinkling. Lightweight. Zipper side pockets and/or open back pocket. Elastic waist with/without drawstring. Loose to trim fits. Generous inseam for comfort and confidence.
Skin fits
100% knitted polyester for durability, long-lasting colours and reduced wrinkling. Lightweight. Pants have generous inseam, zipper side pockets and/or open back pocket. Top has standup collar, zipper/open side pockets and zipper front. Elastic waist with/without drawstring. Various sizes and styles. Machine washable.
_/_/_/ EYEWEAR _/_/_/
“Haute couture for your eyes.”
Maxxport eyewear is designed for active men and cricketers in the class of Rahul Dravid.
Hone your skills in the nets. Adventure many miles from civilization. Commute to and from work.
No matter what you want to do, Maxxport eyewear tames the sun and protects your eyes.
Make heads turn with Maxxport eyewear.
Maxxport is comparable to—and more affordable than—some of the best international brands available in India.
The sports-inspired Maxxport lifestyle and travel gear brand is brought to you by the house of SG, India's premier cricket gear brand.
Eyewear
Lightweight. Sporty and stylish but not over the top. Curved polycarbonate lenses. Clear, wide and distortion-free vision. Non-slip comfort nose rests. Wide choice of lense shapes and frame designs. UV protection. Full-, half- and no-frame styles. Various sizes.
_/_/_/ TRAVEL GEAR _/_/_/
“For active men only.”
Maxxport travel gear is a new range of backpacks, bags and carry-alls designed for men and cricketers in the class of Rahul Dravid.
They are specially designed for active men.
Need a backpack that you can take anywhere?
Looking for a bag you can take to work?
Maxxport travel gear could be just what you need.
Maxxport is comparable to—and more affordable than—some of the best international brands available in India.
The sports-inspired Maxxport lifestyle and travel gear brand is brought to you by the house of SG, India's premier cricket gear brand.
Travel Gear
Spacious interiors. Zip compartments. Concealed inner compartments. Open easy-reach mesh pockets. Adjustable straps. Some have shoulder-strap phone pocket with velcro lock. Padded straps. Made with lightweight, durable and waterproof materials. Easy wash.
_/_/_/ ACCESSORIES _/_/_/
“Wear the right attitude.”
Socks. Wristbands. Caps.
Maxxport accessories are designed for active men and cricketers in the class of Rahul Dravid.
Maxxport is comparable to—and more affordable than—some of the best international brands available in India.
The sports-inspired Maxxport lifestyle and travel gear brand is brought to you by the house of SG, India's premier cricket gear brand.
Socks
Made from premium terry cotton. Soft to the touch. Stretchable. Absorbent. Reinforced at the heel and toes for durability. Wide range of sizes and styles. Machine washable.
Wristbands
Made from premium 100% cotton and twill fabric. Soft to the touch. Absorbent. One size fits all. 2-ply single. And 3-ply double. Machine washable. Wide range of styles. Shape remains even after many uses.
Caps
Made from premium terry cotton. Pre-curved brim. Dry and comfort-fit headband. Elastic one-size-fits-all, metal slider or snap-on fit adjuster. Wide range of sizes and styles. Easy wash.
Donald Bradman scores a 100 in just three overs. It is 1931. The same year that another cricketing legend is born in Meerut, India. Sanspareils Greenlands. Or SG. The now world-famous cricket gear brand.
Fast-forward to 1987. Another legend—this time an Indian—becomes the first batsman in the history of the game to score 10,000 runs. The cricketer? Sunil “Sunny” Manohar Gavaskar. The bat? An SG.
For the Sunil Gavaskars of the past and the Suresh Rainas of today, SG is cricket gear. And cricket gear is SG.
But did you know that SG started selling its cricket gear in India only from 1982? Until then, everything that the company manufactured was exported to wherever the gentleman's game was played.
About 30 years later, SG is not only India's #1 cricket gear brand, it is also the world's largest manufacturer of cricket gear.
SG manufactures everything that a serious cricketer needs: Bats (English and Kashmir willows) . . . Gloves . . . Legguards . . . Balls (leather, synthetic, tennis and practice) . . . Body Protectors . . . Kit Bags . . . Helmets . . . Shoes . . . Clothing . . . and Accessories.
SG cricket gear is virtually made by cricketers for cricketers because the company's R & D team also has access to a panel of well-known first-class and international cricketers.
Some of the many famous names who use SG cricket gear include Rahul “The Wall” Dravid . . . Virender Sehwag . . . and Suresh Raina.
_/_/_/ BATS: English Willow _/_/_/
“Batting for cricket since 1931.”
Sunil Gavaskar preferred his bat to be comfortable and easy on the wrists.
Virender Sehwag picks a bat only if it makes him feel like he can score sixes and fours with it.
Rahul Dravid looks for balance in a bat.
What's important for you or a loved one when picking a bat? Is it comfort? The “feel”? Balance?
It could even be something else entirely.
Although we manufacture everything that a cricketer needs, SG is famous most of all for its bats because some of the most well-known batsmen use and recommend them. Sehwag . . . Dravid . . . Raina . . . the list goes on and on.
But that's not the only reason.
SG bats are developed—like our other cricket gear—with the help of a panel of first-class and international cricketers. Which means that you are guaranteed to find an SG bat that feels like it was made just for you.
At SG we are as crazy about the game as you are. Which is why we also make our bats by hand.
We also air-dry the willow that we use to make our bats. If you are a Sehwag, Dravid or Raina, you wouldn't want it any other way. The air-drying locks in the right amount of moisture. The result? “Confidence, different sound, extra punch, good balance, and good feel,” says former India Under-19 player Manan Sharma.
SG's factory—the largest of its kind in the world—uses English and Kashmir willows to create bats for both the gully greats and the Team India master blasters.
The SG English willow range has 14 varieties (Rs.1,199 to Rs.19,999) of bats. The Kashmir willow range has 10 (Rs.549 to Rs.1,699).
We are so proud of the bats we make that we offer this guarantee to you: If an SG bat suffers damage (as bats often do) or was defective when sold, we will repair or replace it at no charge. Howzzat for a guarantee!
The Legend Series
“Challenges give birth to heroes.”
He stands just 5' 5” tall in his socks. But he might as well be a giant among men for millions of fans all over the cricketing world.
Although he hung up his batting gloves way back in 1987, he remains a respected face and voice on the international cricket circuit. The likes of Tendulkar hang on his every word.
From 1971 to 1987, he averaged 51.12 in tests and 35.13 in one-dayers. An opening batsman unlike any other, he was the first in the history of the game to score 10,000 runs.
The bat he used was an SG.
SG's Legend Series celebrates the cricketing life of the one and only Sunil “Sunny” Manohar Gavaskar.
What a cricketer!
And what a bat!
A Legend Series SG bat is made from some of the finest English willow you can get your hands on. The willow does not become an SG bat unless it has been air-dried.
SG is the only bat manufacturer in the world who bothers to do this. Air-drying helps lock in the moisture. And makes our handmade bats sound great, feel great and help you play like a champion. Air-drying means letting the wood dry naturally. No dryers are used.
There are seven different types of bats in the Legend Series. Sunny Legend. Sunny Gold. Sunny Tonny. Triple Crown. Century Max. Nexus Excel. And . . . Super Cover.
Sunny Legend
Rs.19,999
This is the ultimate SG bat. And we don't say that lightly. The Sunny Legend is made from the best of the best English willow. The bat has thick edges, a bold profile, remarkable balance and—you'll love this—a huge sweet spot. The handle is made from premium imported cane, and features SG's CHEVtec grip for a superior sense of control. In other words, the Sunny Legend is designed for power . . . total confidence . . . light pickup . . . and feels like an extension of your body. A toe protector not only makes sure the bat lasts long, it also helps keep the right amount of moisture locked in. Custom-made and available only in size SH, it comes with a special case featuring a recess for the bat.
Sunny Gold
Rs.9,999
The traditional Sunny Gold almost succeeded in persuading Gavaskar to come out of retirement! This SG bat—1,175 to 1,275 grams—has contoured edges and is extra thick around the sweet spot. The handle is made from premium imported cane and features the CHEVtec grip. The bat also features a toe protector. It comes with a full-length padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. Available only in size SH.
Sunny Tonny
Rs.2,799 – Rs.7,999
This is the bat that Gavaskar himself used. The Sunny Tonny is a traditional no-frills bat. It features thick edges and a curved blade. The handle is made from premium imported cane and has the CHEVtec grip. The bat also features a toe protector. The Sunny Tonny comes with a full-length padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3.
Triple Crown
Rs.5,999
Looking for balance and control during strokeplay? The Triple Crown is what you need. This Legend Series bat has thick edges and a curved blade. The handle is like the one found in the Sunny Tonny. It also has the same toe protector feature. The bat comes with a full-length padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. The bat face is preprepared with tape. Available only in size SH.
Century Max
Rs.4,499
The Century Max is another classically styled bat. It weighs between 1,150 to 1,275 grams. The bat's features are similar to those of the Triple Crown. It comes with a full-length padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. The bat face is preprepared with tape. Available only in size SH.
Nexus Excel
Rs.2,299 – Rs.3,199
The Nexus Excel is a more affordable version of the Century Max. It is available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3. It comes with a full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap.
Super Cover
Rs.1,199 – Rs.1,899
The Super Cover is the most affordable Legend Series bat. This traditional bat features thick edges and a curved blade with a duco painted back. The handle is made from imported cane. It weighs 1,150 to 1,300 grams. It is available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3. The bat comes with a full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap.
The Aggressor Series
“For the men playing the gentleman's game.”
They are armed to the teeth with an aggressive take-the-war-to-the-enemy attitude.
They are a new breed of batsmen who have taken the cricketing world by storm.
In Twenty20s, it is the young guns like Suresh Raina who have almost overnight become the game changers. This 20-something lefty averages 33.93 in the newest format of the gentleman's game. But Raina is far from a “gentle” man to many of the bowlers he faces.
In the 5-day version, there are the troublemakers like Virender Sehwag. This spirited strokemaker averages nothing less than 53.43. No one in the history of the 5-day game has scored as many runs faster than Sehwag.
If you count yourself or your loved one among these restless batsmen, the SG Aggressor Series will blow you away.
Five exciting bats made from top-of-the-line English willow fall into the Aggressor Series. For the Twenty20 batsman there is the Stud T-20i or the Stud T-11i. For the test cricketer, the Aggressor Series has the venomous King Cobra, Cobra Max and Cobra Select.
Stud T-20i/T-11i
Rs.14,999
Made for the born-to-attack batsman, the Stud T-20i is the biggest of all SG bats. The bat has been designed from scratch for the Twenty20 format of the game. It has extra-thick edges and a massive profile. The handle is made from premium imported cane, and features SG's CHEVtec grip for a superior sense of control. A toe protector not only makes sure the bat lasts long, it also helps keep the right amount of moisture locked in. Available only in size SH, the bat comes with a padded protective case.
The Stud T-11i has the same features but is more affordable than the Stud T-20i.
King Cobra
Rs.3,999 – Rs.12,999
Like playing attacking strokes? You'll love the King Cobra's beautiful balance and weight (1,150 to 1,250 grams). Made just for the aggressive test batsman, the bat packs exceptional power and has a lightweight pickup. The handle is similar to the Stud T-20i's. Also features a CHEVtec grip and toe protector. The bat comes with a padded protective case. Available in sizes SH, 6 and 5.
Cobra Max
Rs.8,999
Another 5-day bat, the Cobra Max features thick edges to concentrate power hits . . . a phenomenal sweet spot . . . and a balanced pickup. It weighs as much as the King Cobra and has more or less the same features. It comes with a full-length padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. Available only in size SH.
Cobra Select
Rs.5,499
The Cobra Select is a classic 5-day bat and has a traditional shape and curved blade. It also has thick edges. The handle is similar to that found in any other bat in the series. Also features a CHEVtec grip and toe protector. The bat—1,150 to 1,275 grams—comes with a padded protective cover with an adjustable strap. Available only in size SH.
The Dasher Series
“Dynamite on two feet.”
It's either hit out or get out for him . . . or so it seems. Love him or hate him, but you can't ignore this blindingly brilliant batsman. He made his test debut in 2001 and went on to score what would be only the first of many centuries. He was the first Indian ever to reach the 300 mark. And the first Indian to score the most double centuries. And he is a man in a hurry. No one in the history of the 5-day game has scored as many runs faster than the free-spirited “Nawab of Najafgarh”.
SG's Dasher Series of bats is a standing ovation to our very own Virender Sehwag.
If you or a loved one hero-worship or naturally play like him, a Dasher Series bat is all you need to send the competition packing.
There are two English willow bats in the Dasher Series. The VS 319 Ultimate and the VS 319 Super.
The letters 'V' and 'S' are of course the initials of the “Nawab”. The '319' immortalizes Sehwag's highest test score.
VS 319 Ultimate
Rs.6,999
The VS 319 Ultimate has been designed by Sehwag himself. It's just the way he likes a bat to be. Made from select English willow, the bat is extremely light (1,150 to 1,250 grams) . . . has a curved blade . . . thick edges . . . and an extra-high sweet spot for batsmen who love blasting the ball to hell. The handle is made from premium imported cane, and features SG's CHEVtec grip for a superior sense of control. A toe protector not only makes sure the bat lasts long, it also helps keep the right amount of moisture locked in. Available only in size SH, the bat comes with a padded protective cover with an adjustable strap.
VS 319 Super
Rs.3,999
The VS 319 Super is a traditional bat with thick edges and a curved blade. The bat weighs almost as much as the VS 319 Ultimate and has more or less the same features. The bat face is preprepared with tape. Available only in size SH.
The Wall Series
“The ultimate battle of minds.”
He is the old reliable—the “lambey race ka ghoda” of test cricket.
Compared with this maestro, Virender Sehwag seems raw and brash (not that we are complaining!).
This batsman is one of the pillars of Indian cricket. One of the last gentlemen in the gentleman's game. India might never produce a test player of his calibre ever again.
He is one of a rare breed of batsmen who still win new fans for the 5-day format of the game.
Averaging 52.44, he is the kind of senior player that no world-class eleven can do without—even if he does not come through with the bat as much as his critics would like him to.
Scoring 95 on his test debut, he has gone on to successfully adapt himself to all other formats of the game. So much so that this nearly 40-year-old batsman will even be seen in action in the 2011 edition of the IPL.
This by-the-book batsman has an endless supply of both stamina and patience. Ask the opposition. Or the millions of fans. They call him “The Wall”.
If there's one lesson that a batsman—or any cricketer—can learn from Rahul Sharad Dravid, it's this. There is nothing that you can't do if you put your mind to it.
The SG Dasher Series is inspired by Dravid and designed for never-say-die batsmen like him.
Take your pick from the Dasher Series' RSD Ultimate, RSD Pro and RSD Select.
RSD Ultimate
RSD Pro
RSD Select
_/_/_/ BATS: Kashmir Willow _/_/_/
“Today's dreamers are tomorrow's champions.”
Did you know that the English introduced the willow tree to Kashmir in the late 1920s?
The Kashmir willow has been used to make cricket bats only since the 1970s.
Bats made from the Kashmir willow are generally considered to be inferior to those made from the English variety. But Kashmir willow bats can be just as durable, balanced and reliable as the English willow bats.
One huge advantage of Kashmir willow bats is the price. Unlike the English variety, Kashmir willow bats are extremely affordable.
SG uses only the best variety of Kashmir willow we can find. The Kashmir willow we use is the type that has been allowed to mature for many years after it was planted. After the tree is harvested, the wood is treated the same way we treat our imported English willow.
One of the most important steps in the bat-making process at SG is air-drying. No other maker of cricket bats in the world bothers to do this.
Why is air-drying so important?
Air-drying means letting the wood dry naturally. No dryers are used. The air-drying of the willow helps lock in the moisture. And makes our handmade bats sound great, feel great and help you play like a champion. Air-drying also helps the bat last longer. Air-drying adds days to the bat-making process. But it's worth it. As you will see when you play with an SG Kashmir willow bat years from now.
SG's Kashmir willow range of bats is ideal for school, college and corporate batsmen . . . league players . . . and even first-class cricketers.
There are ten different types of SG Kashmir willow bats. Cobra Gold. Strokewell. Boundary. VS 319 Plus. Reliant Plus. Cruiser. Optipro. Nexus Plus. Phoenix Xtreme. And . . . MaxCover.
Cobra Gold
Rs.949 – Rs.1,699
The Cobra Gold is your traditional cricket bat. It is designed for maximum stability . . . has thick edges . . . and a curved blade. The handle is made from premium imported cane, and features SG's CHEVtec grip for a superior sense of control. It comes with a full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap. Available in sizes SH, 6 and 5.
Strokewell
Rs.1,499
The Strokewell has the same features as the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available only in size SH.
Boundary
Rs.799 – Rs.1,299
The Boundary is the same as the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5 and 4.
VS 319 Plus
Rs.1,249
The VS 319 Plus immortalizes Virender Sehwag's highest test score. The bat is similar to the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available only in size SH.
Reliant Plus
Rs.1,159
This bat too is like the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available only in size SH.
Cruiser
Rs.699 – Rs.1,099
Similar to the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5 and 4.
Optipro
Rs.1,049
Same as the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available only in size SH.
Nexus Plus
Rs.649 – Rs.999
Like the Cobra Gold but much more affordable. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3.
Phoenix Xtreme
Rs.899
Like the Cobra Gold but much more affordable. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3.
MaxCover
Rs.549 – Rs.749
Entry-level bat with the same features as the Cobra Gold. Full-length plain cover with an adjustable strap included. Available in sizes SH, 6, 5, 4 and 3.
_/_/_/ BATTING GLOVES _/_/_/
The International Series
“Batting gloves for master batsmen.”
You have the fire. You have the practice. You have the experience. You hold the perfect cricket bat in your hands.
But do you have the right batting gloves?
Can you imagine a Sunil Gavaskar . . . Virender Sehwag . . . Suresh Raina . . . or Rahul Dravid walking out there wearing the wrong pair?
Batting gloves should be so good that the batsman out in the middle virtually forgets he is wearing them.
Comfort is important. But so too is protection. And durability? That's important too.
SG makes some of the world's best cricket gear. And that includes batting gloves.
Got your heart set on owning an SG English willow bat or already own one? You cannot imagine how useful a pair of the SG International Series batting gloves can be to you.
The International Series is the best-of-the-best batting gloves created especially for top-notch batsmen.
Sweat . . . moisture . . . “stickiness” . . . poor ventilation . . . too much or too little knuckle, finger and thumb protection . . . and other nightmares are now all a thing of the past.
As you would expect, the International Series batting gloves are made from only the finest materials.
SG has a panel of well-known cricketers helping us stay one step ahead of the needs of cricketers like you. In other words, the gloves—like our other cricket gear—are virtually made by cricketers for cricketers.
The SG International Series has five world-class pairs of batting gloves. Hilite. VS 319 Ultimate. Maxilite Ultimate. Dazzler. Test. And . . . RSD Ultimate.
Hilite
Rs.1,799
The palms of these lightweight gloves are made from the best imported leather made by Pittards of England. The polyurethane used for the finger rolls is also imported. Other features include . . .
• Nylon gusset for ventilation
• Ergonomic finger and thumb splits
• Sponge-padded polyurethane back for comfort
• Extra finger protection reinforced with a thermoplastic polyurethane insert in the first two fingers of the bottom hand
• Lightweight and rounded high-density foam finger rolls
• Split thumb and three-piece sidebars on lead glove
• Leather tabs on fingertips
• Extra Pittards leather patch on vulnerable areas of the palm
• Mesh thumb for better ventilation
• Polyurethane-embossed knuckles
• Toweled wristband with velcro fastening
VS 319 Ultimate
Maxilite Ultimate
Dazzler
Rs.1,399
The traditional Dazzler's palms are made from top-grade sheep leather. The gloves have other features more or less similar to those of the Hilite.
Test
Rs.1,129 – Rs.1,299
The Test is identical to the Dazzler but is also available in sizes suitable for younger batsmen and boys.
RSD Ultimate
The Pro Series
“Live to play. Play to win.”
There is no doubt that we are mad.
Mad for cricket. Mad about cricket.
Mad for cricketers. Mad about cricketers.
Few things stir up our emotions as much as cricket does. It is not an exaggeration to say that cricket is almost a religion with us Indians.
Which is probably why we are one of only five nations to have won the World Cup . . . the #1 test team in the world and the #2 ODI team as of January 2011 . . . and the birthplace of the Indian Premier League, the second-highest paying sports league in the world.
At the top of everyone's list of cricketing heroes are the openers, master blasters, pinch hitters, night watchmen and the wizards of the willow—the batsmen.
Once upon a time, the list included the likes of Sunil Gavaskar. Today, the list also includes the Virender Sehwags . . . Suresh Rainas . . . and the Rahul Dravids.
While millions are entertained and thrilled by these batsmen, there are a few dozen who are inspired by them.
From among these handful of individuals will emerge tomorrow's Gavaskars, Sehwags, Rainas and Dravids.
And to these individuals is dedicated the SG Pro Series of batting gloves.
If you dream of one day stepping into the shoes of your favourite world-class batsman, then you are the kind of guy who will truly appreciate the Pro Series.
The Pro Series has the comfort, protection, durability and finish that you are looking for in a sensibly priced pair of batting gloves.
The Pro Series has five exciting batting gloves. Excelite. Litevate. ProSoft. League. And . . . RSD Pro.
Excelite
Rs.949
The lightweight Excelite has a top-grade leather palm and PVC finger rolls. Other important features include . . .
• Nylon gusset for ventilation
• Sponge-padded polyurethane back for a great fit
• Thermoplastic polyurethane insert in the first two sections of the lead two fingers for protection
• Three-piece sidebars on the lead hand
• Leather fingertips
• Extra leather patch on the most vulnerable areas of the palm
• Toweled wristband with velcro fastening
Litevate
Rs.749
The lightweight Litevate has a good quality leather palm . . . layered dual density foam padding . . . and many of the same features as the Excelite.
ProSoft
Rs.779 – Rs.899
The traditional ProSoft has a top-grade leather palm . . . cotton-filled finger rolls . . . and almost all the features of the Excelite. ProSoft is also available in sizes suitable for younger batsmen and boys.
League
Rs.469 – Rs.549
The most affordable pair of SG Pro Series gloves you can own. The traditional League has a good quality leather palm . . . precurved cotton-filled finger rolls and thumbs . . . dual crossbars for better protection . . . leather tabs on fingertips reinforced with thermoplastic polyurethane . . . and many of the same features as the Excelite. The League is also available in sizes suitable for younger batsmen and boys.
RSD Pro
The Club Series
“Dream big because your dream may come true.”
Sunil Gavaskar was 22.
Rahul Dravid was 23.
Virender Sehwag was 21.
And Suresh Raina?
He was just 19.
Future teams may include many players who will be far younger when they debut for India.
Imagine if you are one of those players.
What would it mean to you to play for India . . . to play in front of thousands who turn up for the game . . . and millions more—including your family and friends—watching you on their TVs, computers and mobile devices?
Wouldn't it be a dream come true?
The SG Club Series of batting gloves is for cricketers like you or a loved one. The dreamers. The hard workers. The future faces of Indian cricket. The Gavaskars . . . Dravids . . . Sehwags . . . and Rainas of tomorrow. The young guns.
The Club Series is a no-frills range of five practical and affordable batting gloves. E-Lite. Ecolite. Super Club. Club. And . . . Campus.
E-Lite
Rs.359 – Rs.399
The lightweight E-Lite is made from top-grade PVC. It has a nylon gusset for ventilation . . . a leather palm . . . a back made from superior cotton . . . high-density foam and cotton finger rolls and thumbs . . . and a velcro-fastened toweled wristband for comfort. The E-Lite is also available in sizes suitable for young batsmen and boys.
Ecolite
Rs.199 – Rs.209
The lightweight PVC Ecolite has a cotton palm . . . PVC-reinforced vulnerable palm areas . . . a cotton gusset . . . some features found in the E-Lite . . . and an elastic wristband with a velcro fastener. The Ecolite is also available in sizes suitable for young batsmen and boys.
Super Club
Rs.339 – Rs.399
The traditional Super Club has a suede leather palm and extra protection (reinforced with thermoplastic polyurethane) for the first two fingers of the lead hand. It also has dual crossbars for better protection and other features similar to those found in the E-Lite. The Super Club is also available in sizes suitable for young batsmen and boys.
Club
Rs.239 – Rs.269
The traditional PVC Club's main features are a cotton fabric palm and back . . . cotton-filled finger rolls and thumbs . . . leather reinforcement in the vulnerable palm areas . . . and a velcro-fastened toweled wristband. The Club is also available in sizes suitable for young batsmen and boys.
Campus
Rs.159 – Rs.199
The Campus is another traditional PVC pair. It has a cotton palm and back . . . cotton-filled finger rolls and thumbs . . . cotton gusset . . . PVC reinforcement on the lead fingers and thumbs . . . and a velcro-fastened toweled wristband. The Campus is also available in sizes suitable for young batsmen and boys.
_/_/_/ BATTING PADS _/_/_/
The International Series
“Professional protection for amateur batsmen.”
In the hands of top bowlers, a cricket ball can hit anywhere from 120 kmph to over 150 kmph. Javagal Srinath . . . Ishant Sharma . . . Ajit Agarkar . . . Zaheer Khan . . . and Ashish Nehra are some of India's fastest.
If you were facing a bowler like any of the gentlemen named above, a good pair of batting pads is simply common sense.
A cricket ball crashing into your knee or shin at even 60 kmph can be nasty.
A serious injury can end a batsman's career even before it begins.
So, how do you choose the right batting pads?
Buy the pad that's of the right size. Bigger is not better. A pad that's a size or two too big for you can interfere with your mobility and game. And it may not even offer the right protection.
When you try on a pad, make sure the centre of the pad's knee roll is where the centre of your knee is—it should not be too high or too low.
Remember, a good pair of batting pads is well worth the price you pay for it.
The SG International Series has six top-of-the-line batting pads for the first-class batsman. Maxilite-XL. Hilite. VS 319 Ultimate. RSD Ultimate. Test. And . . . Nylite.
Maxilite-XL
Rs.2,299
The lightweight and flexible Maxilite-XL is the professional EPE-moulded pad that offers reliable protection. Compact and wraparound, the pad has a PU facing . . . high-density sponge-filled vertical bolsters reinforced with a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) insert . . . mesh instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Hilite
Rs.2,199
Another lightweight professional pad, the Hilite has an imported PU facing . . . high-density foam filling for a traditional look and extra width . . . high-density foam side wings . . . extra butterfly straps for the right fit . . . high-density sponge bolster with low-density foam and TPU reinforcement . . . TPU-moulded knee socket . . . mesh instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat.
VS 319 Ultimate
RSD Ultimate
Test
Rs.1,449 – Rs.1,749
Test and Twenty20 specialists like Rahul Dravid and Suresh Raina use the Test pair of traditional batting pads. These professional pads have an imported PU facing and cotton-filled knee rolls reinforced with a layer of high-density foam. Other key features include a butterfly centre strap . . . a low-density foam and cane construction with high-density foam side wings . . . a high-density sponge bolster with low-density foam reinforcement . . . mesh instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. The Test is also available in sizes suitable for younger players and boys.
Nylite
Rs.1,499
The lightweight Nylite has a top-grade PVC facing . . . high-density foam construction . . . high-density sponge vertical bolster . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat.
The Pro Series
“The world is waiting.”
Those who want to be counted among the next generation of India's cricketers 'must have a passion and a dream . . . and follow it' says Rahul “The Wall” Dravid.
Virender Sehwag believes that 'you can achieve whatever you want to if you have a passion [for] the game and . . . if you are ready to work hard'.
'You need to have enormous self-belief', advises Sunil Gavaskar, 'that whatever the opposition has got for you, you will be able to counter it—you will be able to do better than the opposition'.
Passion . . . a dream . . . hard work . . . and self-belief.
Great advice from three batting greats.
You will also need great cricket gear on your journey to the top.
Cricket gear like the SG Pro Series of batting pads.
The Pro Series has been designed especially for a new crop of cricketers who dream of one day playing at the international level.
The Pro Series is a range of four reliable and comfortable pads. Litevate. VS 319 Select. Super Club. RSD Pro.
Litevate
Rs.949 – Rs.1,149
The lightweight Litevate has a top-grade PVC facing . . . layered double-density foam padding for protection and flexibility . . . high-density sponge-filled bolster with low-density foam reinforcement . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It is also available in sizes suitable for younger batsmen and boys.
VS 319 Select
Rs.1,099
The traditional VS 319 Select immortalizes Virender Sehwag's highest test score. It is of a professional, superior quality and has a top-grade PVC facing. It has cotton-filled knee rolls . . . low-density foam and cane construction with high-density foam side wings . . . bolsters with high-density sponge . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat.
Super Club
Rs.749 – Rs.899
The Super Club is another traditional pair of batting pads in the Pro Series range. It has a top-grade PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction with low-density cotton and foam side wings . . . center ribs with low-density foam filling to reduce weight . . . bolsters with high-density sponge . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It is also available in sizes suitable for younger batsmen and boys.
RSD Pro
The Club Series
“Confidence builds champions.”
Imagine scoring 498 runs in a school tournament.
That's exactly what Mumbai's Armaan Jaffer did in 2010.
By piling up nearly five centuries, Jaffer became the highest individual scorer in Indian school cricket history.
Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu's S. Badrinath finished the 2010-2011 season of the Ranji Trophy with figures of 922 runs, 9 matches, 11 innings and an average of 131.71. Badrinath topped the table of the highest-scoring batsmen.
Mayank Agarwal is one of only three Indian batsmen to figure in the list of the Top 10 Under-19 ODI batting record holders. He scored 160 runs in 2009 against Australia.
Jaffer . . . Badrinath . . . and Agarwal may not be as famous as some of India's top batsmen.
But these youngsters may very well become tomorrow's Gavaskars, Dravids, Sehwags and Rainas.
The SG Club Series of batting pads is designed especially for young cricketers like them all over the country.
The Club Series has four reliable and affordable pairs of batting pads. Ecolite. Club. Campus. And . . . Optipro.
Ecolite
Rs.629 – Rs.749
The Ecolite is SG's most affordable pair of lightweight batting pads. It has a PVC facing . . . low-density foam padding for protection and flexibility . . . Cashmilon and low-density foam filled vertical bolster . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen. It is also available in sizes suitable for young batters and boys.
Club
Rs.639 – Rs.799
The Club is a budget-priced pair of traditional pads. It has a wipe-to-clean PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction with low-density cotton and foam side wings . . . three Cashmilon-filled cross bolsters . . . high-density sponge-filled bolsters . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It is also available in sizes suitable for young batters and boys.
Campus
Rs.529 – Rs.649
The Campus is another budget-priced pair of traditional pads. It has a PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction with Cashmilon side wings . . . all-Cashmilon bolsters with low-density foam reinforcement . . . wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping . . . and extra protection on the top hat. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen. It is also available in sizes suitable for young batters and boys.
Optipro
Rs.429 – Rs.549
The Optipro is the third budget-priced pair of traditional pads in the Club Series. It has a wipe-to-clean PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction with Cashmilon side wings . . . all-Cashmilon bolsters . . . and wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen. It is also available in sizes suitable for young batters and boys.
_/_/_/ WICKETKEEPING GLOVES _/_/_/
The International Series
“Superior protection for the safest hands on the field.”
It was Rahul Dravid's part-time job.
Syed Kirmani, Kiran More and Nayan Mongia did it years before him.
M. S. Dhoni still does it. And he does it on a full-time basis like the last three cricketers.
Keeping wickets.
It's a tough job.
Keeping wickets is one job that truly separates the men from the boys.
Not everyone is cut out to be a wicketkeeper.
You either can keep wickets or you can't. It's something you need to be virtually born with.
You need to have the stamina of a marathon runner. The flexibility of a gymnast. The focus of an Olympics shooter. And the mind of a military strategist.
Keeping wickets is a demanding role. Physically. And mentally.
Anyone can field. Not everyone can keep wickets.
Besides stopping the ball from running away to the boundary . . . stumping . . . catching . . . and appealing, the wicketkeeper must also study the man whose back he faces.
The keeper also advises the captain, senior players and the bowlers about the weaknesses and strengths of a batsman.
And after he's done behind the wickets, a wicketkeeper may also be expected to come through with the bat.
Much is expected of a wicketkeeper.
Which is why the SG International Series of wicketkeeping gloves makes no compromises in either protection or comfort.
Wearing a pair of SG's world-class International Series wicketkeeping gloves, you can confidently tackle the fastest balls without risking injury to your fingers, wrists or arms.
The International Series of wicketkeeping gloves has three top-of-the-line pairs of wicketkeeping gloves. Hilite. Supakeep. And . . . Test.
Hilite
Rs.2,399
This professional pair is made from aniline leather and has all-leather palms, cuffs and backs. It has generous catching pockets . . . mesh inserts on the back for ventilation . . . and white padded and toweled linings in the cuffs.
Supakeep
Rs.1,899
This professional pair is made from the finest supple leather. It has all-leather palms, cuffs and backs . . . generous catching pockets . . . mesh inserts on the back for ventilation . . . and white padded and toweled linings in the cuffs.
Test
Rs.1,599
The Test pair is made from excellent supple leather. It has all-leather palms, backs and cuffs . . . generous catching pockets . . . mesh inserts on the back for ventilation . . . and white padded and toweled linings in the cuffs.
The Pro Series
“For specialist cricketers only.”
Every wicketkeeper needs a good pair of gloves. It's compulsory.
And it doesn't matter if he is standing up or standing back.
A wicketkeeper worried about finger, wrist and arm injuries is not a confident wicketkeeper. He is a liability to himself and to the entire team.
A wicketkeeper may keep wickets by the book. He may practice keeping wickets for hours. But without the right pair of wicketkeeping gloves he might as well have two left hands (or two right hands if he is a lefty!).
The main purpose of wicketkeeping gloves is to of course prevent injuries, which can end a cricketer's career in a matter of a few seconds.
Wicketkeeping gloves act as shock absorbers. They cushion the impact of the ball when it comes in contact with the wicketkeeper's hands.
A good pair of gloves also help make the wicketkeeper the safest pair of hands on the field.
The SG Pro Series of wicketkeeping gloves is designed for young cricketers who have the talent and the desire to keep wickets.
Youngsters who are inspired by and look up to past and present keepers such as Kirmani . . . Mongia . . . More . . . Dhoni . . . even Gilchrist . . . Boucher . . . Sangakkara and others.
The Pro Series has four wicketkeeping gloves that provide the level of protection and comfort expected at the international level. Tournament. League. Super Club. Club.
Tournament
Rs.1,299
The Tournament is made from high-quality leather and has all-leather cuffs and backs. It has generous catching pockets . . . white padded and toweled linings in the cuffs . . . and mesh inserts on the backs for proper ventilation.
League
Rs.879 – Rs.999
This inexpensive pair of gloves has cupped palms and all-leather palms and backs. Mesh inserts on the backs provide proper ventilation. The gloves also have toweled back linings in the cuffs and are also available in a size suitable for younger wicketkeepers.
Super Club
Rs.799 – Rs.949
Another inexpensive pair in the series. The Super Club has cupped palms and all-leather palms and backs with PVC cuffs. It also has mesh inserts on the backs for proper ventilation . . . and toweled back linings in the cuffs. The Super Club is also available in sizes suitable for younger wicketkeepers and boys.
Club
Rs.529 – Rs.599
The most affordable pair in the series. The Club is a no-frills pair with all-leather palms and backs and PVC cuffs. It is also available in sizes suitable for younger wicketkeepers and boys.
_/_/_/ WICKETKEEPING PADS _/_/_/
The International Series
“Be prepared to face the unexpected.”
A good pair of pads is as important to a wicketkeeper as a good pair of wicketkeeping gloves.
A wicketkeeper has to be athletic. If he isn't, he can't expect to be a success keeping wickets.
Besides his hands, a wicketkeeper also uses his legs to deal with runaway balls.
A wicketkeeper's knees need the most protection. They often bear the full brunt of the impact of the body coming into contact with the ground. Which could be anywhere from a few inches to several feet below him.
When you try on a pair of wicketkeeping pads, make sure the centre of the knee rolls is where the centre of your knees is—not too high or too low.
The right size is also important. And not only to avoid injury. A pair of wicketkeeping pads that's too big or too small can interfere with your mobility and performance out in the middle.
Proper padding is also essential. A ball can rise or stay low without warning. A good pair of wicketkeeping pads should act as a shock absorber. It should protect the entire front part of your leg that begins at the top of the knee and ends where the shin meets your foot.
A good pair of wicketkeeping pads not only protect wicketkeepers from falls and impacts. They are also extremely comfortable.
The SG International Series is the ultimate range of lightweight professional wicketkeeping pads. The series has three select pairs. Megalite. Hilite. And . . . Super Test.
Megalite
Rs.1,549
The Megalite features imported PU facing . . . high-density foam construction with broad foam centre strip for extra shin protection . . . high-density sponge-filled bolsters . . . and wear-resistant PVC insteps with hardwearing piping.
Hilite
Rs.1,249
Besides more or less the same features as the Megalite, the Hilite also has a high-density foam-filled top hat.
Super Test
Rs.869 – Rs.949
Similar in many ways to the Megalite, the Super Test also features low-density foam and cane construction for a traditional look . . . high-density foam-filled top hat . . . and three paneled top hat construction. The Super Test is also available in a size suitable for younger wicketkeepers.
The Pro Series
“Never give up. Never give in.”
Wicketkeeping is not a glamorous job. At least not as much as batting or bowling. Or even fielding.
Almost every Indian wicketkeeper over the years has been expected to do more than just keep wickets.
Former keepers Kirmani and Mongia had to pick up the bat, walk out to the middle and prove their worth all over again . . . after spending the entire day keeping wickets.
Even Rahul “The Wall” Dravid kept wickets for a while. But millions of fans still expected him to wear the opposition down with the bat. Regardless of how well he did behind the wickets.
Most quietly get on with the job of keeping wickets and even contribute with the bat.
But there are a few livewires who electrify the entire team on and off the field.
The enthusiasm of these “cheerleaders” energizes their teammates. And irritates the rival batsmen to no end.
These special individuals have a big heart. And are ready to play any role they are asked to with the same confidence that they keep wickets.
An SG Pro Series pair of wicketkeeping pads is designed for the livewire wicketkeeper. And like him, it can confidently tackle any challenge that the game may throw at it.
The Pro Series has three reliable and inexpensive pairs of traditional wicketkeeping pads. League. Club. And . . . Campus.
League
Rs.649 – Rs.699
The League features top-grade wipe-to-clean PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction for excellent protection and ball impact absorption . . . high-density sponge-filled bolsters . . . low-density foam-filled top hat . . . three-panel top hat construction . . . and wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping. The League is also available in a size suitable for younger wicketkeepers.
Club
Rs.499 – Rs.599
The Club features strong wipe-to-clean PVC facing . . . Cashmilon and cane construction for excellent protection and ball impact absorption . . . high-density sponge-filled bolsters . . . three-panel top hat construction . . . and wear-resistant PVC instep with hardwearing piping. The Club is also available in sizes suitable for younger wicketkeepers and boys.
Campus
Rs.459 – Rs.499
The Campus has similar features as the Club and Cashmilon vertical bolsters for shock absorption. The Campus is also available in sizes suitable for younger wicketkeepers and boys.
_/_/_/ PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT _/_/_/
“Feel invincible.”
The world's best cricketers wear protective equipment.
Every cricketer should.
It's not enough to protect just your head, hands and lower legs.
Thighs. Elbows. Chest. Groin. They all need to be protected too.
Not only from the cricket ball, which weighs about 160 grams and is not to be taken lightly. But also from falls and dives and player collisions.
Cricket can be an unpredictable game. And injuries are all too common.
But good protective equipment—like what SG makes—can give you the confidence to give the game your best without worrying about injury.
Batsman. Wicketkeeper. Close fielder. No matter who you are, SG's protective equipment is designed not only for your protection. It is also designed for your comfort.
The SG range of protective equipment has thigh pads, elbow guards, inner thigh pads, chest guards and abdominal pads. The range also includes inner gloves.
THIGH PADS
Proflex
Rs.499
Ergonomic, lightweight and moulded for comfort, Proflex features dual-density fabrication with high- and low-density foam . . . and superior quality fine elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Radix
Rs.399
The Radix features high-density foam preshaped in linen casing with top grade PVC . . . soft absorbent toweled back . . . solid TPU insert on the front for extra protection . . . and superior grade elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Litevate
Rs.299
The lightweight Litevate features a high-density foam preshaped moulded fit . . . and elastic straps around waist and leg with velcro fasteners for quick and easy adjustment. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Super Test
Rs.249
The Super Test is a lightweight pad with low-density foam preshaped in linen casing with fabric . . . soft absorbent toweled back . . . solid TPU insert on the front for extra protection . . . and superior quality elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen, including younger cricketers.
Test
Rs.189 – Rs.209
The Test is another lightweight pad. It features low-density foam filling and is preshaped in linen casing for a moulded fit. It has elastic straps around the waist and leg with velcro fasteners for quick and easy adjustment. It can be used by both right- and left-handed batsmen. The Test is also available in sizes suitable for younger players and boys.
ELBOW GUARDS
Proflex
Rs.249
The Proflex is ergonomic and moulded for comfort. It features dual-density fabrication with lightweight high- and low-density foam . . . and towel and elastic velcro straps.
Radix
Rs.199
The Radix features high-density foam preshaped in linen casing with good quality PVC . . . soft absorbent toweled back . . . solid TPU insert on the front for extra protection . . . and towel and elastic velcro straps.
Litevate
Rs.159
The lightweight Litevate features high-density foam preshaped to give a moulded fit . . . and top and bottom elastic velcro straps for easy adjustment.
Super Test
Rs.139
The Super Test features lightweight low-density foam-filled lycra-like stretch material casing for an even fit all around the elbow. It is preshaped for comfort and has a soft absorbent toweled back. It is also available for younger players.
Test
Rs.89 – Rs.99
The lightweight Test is low-density foam filled and preshaped in linen casing for a moulded fit. It has top and bottom elastic velcro straps for easy adjustment. It is also available for younger players and boys.
INNER THIGH PAD
Proflex
Rs.279
Proflex is ergonomic and moulded for comfort. It has dual-density lightweight high- and low-density foam and superior quality elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Radix
Rs.239
Radix is high-density foam preshaped in linen casing with good quality PVC. It has a soft absorbent toweled back . . . solid TPU insert on the front for extra protection . . . and superior quality elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen.
Super Test
Rs.159
Super Test is high-density foam preshaped in linen casing with good quality PVC. It has a soft absorbent toweled back . . . solid TPU insert on the front for extra protection . . . and superior quality elastic velcro straps. It is available for both right- and left-handed batsmen.
CHEST GUARD
Proflex
Rs.449
The Proflex is ergonomic and moulded for comfort. It has dual-density lightweight and high- and low-density foam . . . and superior quality elastic velcro straps.
Supalite
Rs.299
The Supalite is lightweight and has low-density foam preshaped with tapered edges to give a moulded fit. It has a soft absorbent toweled back . . . is shaped to give protection to the chest and kidney areas . . . and has elastic straps on top and bottom for easy adjustment.
ABDOMINAL PAD
Test
Rs.109
The Test is a highly impact-resistant poly protector. This strap-on type has a border bound with foam casing and stuffed with fluffed cotton. It has a pinless buckle system . . . elastic and leather combination straps for a comfortable fit and easy adjustment . . . and is shaped to give optimum groin protection.
Litevate
Rs.59
The Litevate's unique new design features a moulded rubber padding on the edges for extra protection. It is also available for younger players.
Profile
Rs.49
The slip-in type Profile is a highly impact-resistant poly protector. It fits into jockstraps and briefs . . . has a border bound with foam casing and stuffed with fluffed cotton . . . and is shaped for optimum groin protection. It is also available for younger players.
Tournament
Rs.46 – Rs.49
The Tournament is similar to the Profile. It is also available for younger players and boys.
League
Rs.29
The League is similar in many ways to the Profile.
INNER GLOVES
Test
Rs.269
The Test is used and recommended by the world's top wicketkeepers. Made from highly absorbent fine cotton material, it has a full chamois leather palm . . . sponge-padded palm for better grip and protection . . . and a toweled wristband with a velcro fastener.
League
Rs.69 – Rs.79
The League is a thick, highly absorbent and durable cotton fabric pair. It has a sponge-padded palm for better grip and protection . . . wide cotton cuff for slippage-free fitting . . . and is widely used and recommended as a long-lasting pair of wicketkeeping inner gloves. It is also available for younger players.
Club
Rs.49 – Rs.59
The Club can be used by both wicketkeepers and batsmen. It is made from highly absorbent fine cotton and has a wide cotton cuff for slippage-free fitting. It is also available for younger players and boys.
Campus
Rs.45 – Rs.49
The Campus is made from fine absorbent cotton and has cut fingers for better grip. It is also available for younger players and boys.
_/_/_/ SHOES _/_/_/
“Put your best foot forward on the field.”
You've got to be confident on your feet out in the middle.
It doesn't matter if you are a school cricketer or one of the Men in Blue like Rahul Dravid . . . Virender Sehwag . . . or Suresh Raina.
You need to be able to launch yourself up in the air . . . leap sideways . . . boldly step or launch yourself forward to meet the ball . . . bend, retrieve and release . . . stop your body's momentum . . . get back on your feet quickly . . . go for the catches that win matches . . . and do a whole lot more.
Great footwork separates the specialist batsmen from the tail-enders. But even a specialist batsman can end up looking like a tail-ender if he feels like he's standing on ice. Running between the wickets is also vitally important. And so too is a bit of athleticism. If you are a batsman, wouldn't you be confident wearing the right shoes?
And if you are a bowler? A bowler's knees and feet suffer the most. The next time you get a chance to watch a Zaheer Khan or an Ishant Sharma in ultra slow motion on the TV, pay special attention to his feet and knees moments before he releases the ball. You can virtually feel the shock running up the bowler's legs. A good pair of shoes are in many ways a bowler's best friend.
And what if you are a wicketkeeper? Wicketkeepers are the unsung heroes of the game. Not only do they tirelessly keep wickets. Many of them are also expected to pick up the bat and prove their worth all over again. The constant running, jumping, falling, squatting, standing and scrambling behind the wickets takes a heavy toll on the feet and knees. And no sensible wicketkeeper will ever walk out to the middle without wearing a good pair of shoes that can also cushion most of the shock.
It goes without saying that fielders too need a good pair of shoes. A sloppy fielder is not a beautiful sight to behold. Makes the team lose face. Sloppy fielding doesn't sit well with the bowler. Not to mention the captain. And sloppy fielders don't last long if they are also no good in the bowling or batting department.
SG shoes are virtually designed for cricketers by cricketers. A panel of international cricketers helps SG stay one step ahead of the needs of serious cricketers.
CONVERTIBLE
Radix T10i
Rs.2,795
The Radix T10i can be easily converted from full to half spikes and back again. It can be customized with either metal or soft spikes. Each shoe has 11 spikes . . . soft high-peeling PU upper with mesh for ventilation . . . midsole with FLEXOLID technology for both flexibility and durability . . . padded, ventilating and removable sock liner . . . abrasion-resistant rubber outsole . . . leather abrasion-resistant toe overlay . . . and an adjustable support strap for foot stability. Sizes: 7-11.
RUBBER
Fieldstar
Rs.1,695
The Fieldstar has a unique traction control outsole . . . lightweight upper with mesh for ventilation . . . fast TPU lacing system . . . moulded TPU heel support . . . ergonomic insole of low compression EVA . . . and outsole toe stitched with the upper. Sizes: 6-11.
Steadler
Rs.1,465
The Steadler has high-quality PU/mesh upper . . . cleat outsole for better ground control . . . running shoe profile for maximum stability . . . lightweight cushion midsole for extra comfort . . . and thermoplastic heel support. Sizes: 6-11.
Megastar
Rs.1,325
The Megastar has an aerodynamic upper design . . . lightweight EVA midsole . . . new grip outsole pattern for playing on all surfaces . . . special insole with holes for ventilation . . . outsole stitched with the upper . . . and thermoplastic heel support. Sizes: 5-11.
CASUAL
Runner
Rs.1,395
The Runner is designed for comfortable running. It has a dual-density lightweight EVA midsole . . . low-compression EVA insole to reduce fatigue . . . special insole with holes for ventilation . . . flexible outsole rubber cleats . . . and thermoplastic heel support. Sizes: 6-11.
_/_/_/ CLOTHING _/_/_/
“Power dressing for cricketers.”
You can wear whatever you can grab. Like most cricketers.
Or you can dress for success. Which only a few cricketers do.
Which side are you on?
Cricket today isn't just about what you can do on the field. It is also about how good you look doing it.
If you've seen Suresh Raina in action, you will know what we are talking about.
Raina is not only one of India's most promising batsmen. He is also one of the best fielders in the side.
And doesn't he look good with the bat? Doesn't he look sharp in the field?
“Clothes make a man,” Mark Twain said half-seriously.
But it may well be true in the case of cricketers today.
Got the talent, got the looks and also dress for success?
Who knows. You may very well sign a multi-crore contract of your own a few years from now.
The SG clothing range is designed for cricketers like you. Cricketers who understand that the right image can be as important as a chance to move closer to the Men in Blue.
_/_/_/ HELMETS _/_/_/
“Helmets for tomorrow's batting legends.”
Do you know why the legendary Sunil Gavaskar never wore a proper helmet?
His habit of reading in bed apparently resulted in weak neck muscles.
Gavaskar feared that a helmet would slow down his reaction time to bouncers.
But Gavaskar—this may come as a surprise to you!—was one of the first batsmen to use head protection.
His “skull cap”—which he wore under his hat—looked like a plaster cast and is almost as famous as the man himself!
It's nearly 25 years since Gavaskar hung up his batting gloves.
If Gavaskar played today, he would have without doubt walked out to the middle wearing one of the modern helmets such as the ones made by SG.
Unlike the helmets of 25 . . . 15 . . . or even 10 years ago, SG helmets weigh very little. Which is important. Because a heavy helmet is not only uncomfortable, it can even interfere with a batsman's concentration and reaction time.
SG helmets offer the reliable protection a batsman needs in today's version of the game. Helmets not only protect the head. They also protect the batsman's face, throat, and even the neck from impact.
Balls that unexpectedly rise . . . deliveries that come off the bat into the batsman . . . misthrows by fielders . . . colliding with a bowler, fielder or fellow batsman . . . diving into the crease to avoid run outs . . . aggressive bowlers . . . .
There are many reasons why a helmet is compulsory if you are a serious batsman.
SG helmets are made from materials which are widely used for their protective impact-resistant durability. The materials are carbon . . . polypropylene . . . acrylonitrile butadiene styrene or ABS . . . and nylon.
The grill of the helmets is of course made from strong steel.
SG makes Fabric and Moulded helmets. The Fabric variety has two helmets. There are five Moulded helmets.
FABRIC
CarboFab
Rs.1,499
The CarboFab is a traditional fabric-covered helmet as worn by international players. It features a lightweight carbon shell for strength and durability . . . protective impact-resistant and sweat-absorbent inner padding with breathable comfort foam . . . fully adjustable steel grill for superior protection . . . disc adjustment system at nape for a custom fit . . . and is available in sizes S, M and L.
PolyFab
Rs.949
The PolyFab is identical to the CarboFab but has a polypropylene shell and is available in sizes Boys, XS, S, M, L and XL.
MOULDED
T20i Pro
Rs.1,199
The T20i Pro has an ABS moulded shell with a unique air flow design for optimum air ventilation, maximum shock absorption, strength and durability . . . sweat-absorbent and breathable inner lining with impact-reducing padding . . . fully adjustable and lightweight steel grill . . . ultra smooth disk adjustment system at nape for a custom fit . . . quick-release nylon chin strap . . . and is available in sizes S, M and L.
T20i Select
Rs.999
The T20i Select features an impact-resistant polypropylene moulded shell with a unique air flow design for strength, durability and optimum air ventilation . . . sweat-absorbent and breathable inner lining with impact-reducing padding . . . fully adjustable and lightweight steel grill . . . quick-release nylon chin strap . . . and is available in sizes S, M and L.
AeroTech
Rs.1,099
The AeroTech features a high-impact resistant nylon outer shell with compacted impact-deadening polystyrene cum mesh inner shell . . . six netted vents for optimum ventilation and to keep the head cool even in the hottest conditions . . . sweat absorbent fabric to keep the forehead absolutely dry, even if you are a heavy sweater . . . rear nape adjuster for a custom fit . . . fully adjustable hardened and powder-coated steel wire faceguard grill with moulded earpiece . . . and is available in sizes XS, S, M, L and XL.
AeroTuff
Rs.799
The AeroTuff is almost identical to—and available in the same sizes as—the AeroTech.
AeroShield
Rs.699
The AeroShield features an outer shell of high-impact resistant polypropylene . . . inner shell made from impact-reducing moulded extra large foam and reinforced with shock-absorbent sponge foam supports . . . six vents for optimum ventilation and to keep the head cool even in the hottest conditions . . . sweat absorbent fabric to keep the forehead absolutely dry, even if you are a heavy sweater . . . fully adjustable hardened and powder-coated steel wire faceguard grill . . . and is available in sizes XS, S, M, L and XL. The AeroShield is a value-for-money product especially designed for beginners and club players.
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“Play your part. Look the part.”
Do you know how the term “hat trick” was born?
In 1858, an English bowler named Heathfield Harman Stephenson was gifted a hat after he took three wickets in three consecutive balls in a domestic match.
And can you tell why an amateur cricketer would jump at the chance to say “YES!” to receiving his first cap?
The answer?
Traditionally, a player making a first-class or test debut was given a cap for real.
Which is why the cap also gives us the term “capped”. If a cricketer plays 100 matches, for example, he is said to have been “capped” 100 times or received 100 “caps”.
Famous caps and hats include the baggy caps worn by the Ashes players and the “Panama” hat worn by the likes of Sunil Gavaskar, who wore the famous “skull cap” underneath his.
SG has four different types of caps and hats suitable for everyone from the Rahul Dravids to the Suresh Rainas.
Maxxum
Rs.169
The Maxxum is made from washable cotton fabric. It has a skull-hugging design . . . stylish brim . . . and an adjustable buckle for a snug fit regardless of the head size. It is available in various colours.
Panama Supreme
Rs.149The Panama Supreme is made from superior canvas. It has an extra wide brim . . . embroidered eyelets on both sides for optimum ventilation . . . and loops for your sunglasses. It is available only in white.
Panama Premier
Rs.109
The Panama Premier is 100% cotton and has a extra wide brim. It is available only in white.
Optipro
Rs.79
The Optipro is 100% cotton. It has a stylish brim . . . a skull-hugging design . . . and an adjustable steel buckle for a snug fit regardless of the head size. It is available only in white.
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Maxxport
“Style for the man of substance.”
Composed. Dignified. Patient. Determined. Focussed. Never loses sight of the big picture.
That's Rahul “The Wall” Dravid for you.
The iconic inspiration behind the all-new sports-inspired lifestyle and fitness gear brand . . . Maxxport.
The same words that describe Dravid can also be used to describe the Maxxport man.
Maxxport is not for everyone.
And not every man is a Maxxport man.
If you . . .
. . . like wearing your attitude on your sleeves . . .
. . . prefer a high-profile lifestyle . . .
. . . follow the flow without questioning it . . .
. . . hate rocking the boat for fear of being ridiculed . . .
. . . throw money around to compensate for your shortcomings . . .
. . . then, Maxxport is not for you.
The Maxxport man is so sure of himself he neither seeks nor needs the world's approval.
He follows his heart wherever it may lead him.
And stays true to himself.
Maxxport is brought to you by SG, India's premier cricket gear maker.
Comparable to the best international lifestyle and fitness gear brands available in India, Maxxport puts premium shoes . . . clothing . . .eyewear . . . travel gear . . . and accessories within your reach.
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“Footwear designed for life.”
Maxxport shoes are sports-inspired shoes for men and cricketers in the class of Rahul Dravid.
They are not just for the cricketers and joggers and runners and those who work out.
Maxxport shoes are also designed for the travellers and the adventurers.
Whether you are taking in some history . . . hiking . . . rock climbing . . . or white water rafting, Maxxport shoes are reliable companions.
Maxxport shoes are also great for casual weekends.
Maxxport is comparable to—and more affordable than—some of the best international brands available in India.
The sports-inspired Maxxport lifestyle and travel gear brand is brought to you by the house of SG, India's premier cricket gear brand.
Shoes
Training, walking, jogging and running shoes. Also double as casual wear. Comfort fit. Lightweight. Textile lined for comfort. High traction even in wet conditions. Minimalistic upper colour and design theme. Sizes: 7-11.
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“Active wear for men.”
Maxxport has a great range of sports-inspired clothing for men and cricketers in the class of Rahul Dravid.
Tracksuits and pants. Muscle shirts (sleeveless T-shirts). Polo shirts. Skin fits. Shorts. And . . . T-shirts.
Maxxport clothing is designed to be both practical and stylish . . . without being over the top.
Working out . . . walking/jogging/running . . . camping . . . playing . . . or adventuring. Maxxport clothing is perfect for active men.
Maxxport shirts and T-shirts are also great for casual weekends.
Maxxport is comparable to—and more affordable than—some of the best international brands available in India.
The sports-inspired Maxxport lifestyle and travel gear brand is brought to you by the house of SG, India's premier cricket gear brand.
Tracksuits and pants
Made from 100% woven polyester for durability, long-lasting colours and reduced wrinkling. Lightweight. Mix and match your own set. Loose to trim fits. Use for warm-ups, training, walking, jogging or running. Zipper pockets. Drawstring and elastic waist on tracksuit and pant. Various sizes and styles.
Muscle shirts
Made from 100% knitted polyester for durability, long-lasting colours and reduced wrinkling. Lightweight. Use instead of T-shirt and for warm-ups, training, walking, jogging, running or playing. Designed for comfort. Sleeveless design helps you stay cooler. Soft, comfort fit neck. Various sizes and styles. Machine washable.
Polo shirts
100% knitted polyester . . . 60:40 polyester and cotton . . . or 100% cotton. Activity and casual wear. Three-button placket. Bonded collar. Self-colour or contrast details. Various sizes and styles. Machine washable.
T-shirts
100% knitted polyester . . . 60:40 polyester and cotton . . . or 100% cotton. Activity and casual wear. Short and long sleeves. Solids, and self-colour or contrast designs. Comfort fit round or v-neck style. Various sizes and styles. Machine washable.
Shorts
100% woven polyester for durability, long-lasting colours and reduced wrinkling. Lightweight. Zipper side pockets and/or open back pocket. Elastic waist with/without drawstring. Loose to trim fits. Generous inseam for comfort and confidence.
Skin fits
100% knitted polyester for durability, long-lasting colours and reduced wrinkling. Lightweight. Pants have generous inseam, zipper side pockets and/or open back pocket. Top has standup collar, zipper/open side pockets and zipper front. Elastic waist with/without drawstring. Various sizes and styles. Machine washable.
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“Haute couture for your eyes.”
Maxxport eyewear is designed for active men and cricketers in the class of Rahul Dravid.
Hone your skills in the nets. Adventure many miles from civilization. Commute to and from work.
No matter what you want to do, Maxxport eyewear tames the sun and protects your eyes.
Make heads turn with Maxxport eyewear.
Maxxport is comparable to—and more affordable than—some of the best international brands available in India.
The sports-inspired Maxxport lifestyle and travel gear brand is brought to you by the house of SG, India's premier cricket gear brand.
Eyewear
Lightweight. Sporty and stylish but not over the top. Curved polycarbonate lenses. Clear, wide and distortion-free vision. Non-slip comfort nose rests. Wide choice of lense shapes and frame designs. UV protection. Full-, half- and no-frame styles. Various sizes.
_/_/_/ TRAVEL GEAR _/_/_/
“For active men only.”
Maxxport travel gear is a new range of backpacks, bags and carry-alls designed for men and cricketers in the class of Rahul Dravid.
They are specially designed for active men.
Need a backpack that you can take anywhere?
Looking for a bag you can take to work?
Maxxport travel gear could be just what you need.
Maxxport is comparable to—and more affordable than—some of the best international brands available in India.
The sports-inspired Maxxport lifestyle and travel gear brand is brought to you by the house of SG, India's premier cricket gear brand.
Travel Gear
Spacious interiors. Zip compartments. Concealed inner compartments. Open easy-reach mesh pockets. Adjustable straps. Some have shoulder-strap phone pocket with velcro lock. Padded straps. Made with lightweight, durable and waterproof materials. Easy wash.
_/_/_/ ACCESSORIES _/_/_/
“Wear the right attitude.”
Socks. Wristbands. Caps.
Maxxport accessories are designed for active men and cricketers in the class of Rahul Dravid.
Maxxport is comparable to—and more affordable than—some of the best international brands available in India.
The sports-inspired Maxxport lifestyle and travel gear brand is brought to you by the house of SG, India's premier cricket gear brand.
Socks
Made from premium terry cotton. Soft to the touch. Stretchable. Absorbent. Reinforced at the heel and toes for durability. Wide range of sizes and styles. Machine washable.
Wristbands
Made from premium 100% cotton and twill fabric. Soft to the touch. Absorbent. One size fits all. 2-ply single. And 3-ply double. Machine washable. Wide range of styles. Shape remains even after many uses.
Caps
Made from premium terry cotton. Pre-curved brim. Dry and comfort-fit headband. Elastic one-size-fits-all, metal slider or snap-on fit adjuster. Wide range of sizes and styles. Easy wash.
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