Batting inners are worn beneath cricket batting gloves. A fingerless inner leaves the fingers uncovered; a full-glove inner extends fabric over the fingers. Check the product description and combined fit with your outer gloves.
Choose an inner by how much finger coverage you want beneath your batting gloves. Kookaburra describes its fingerless batting inner as an extra layer worn under batting gloves that leaves the fingers uncovered. Its catalog also lists full-glove batting inners.
Inner types compared
| Type | Finger coverage | Kookaburra product details | What to check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerless batting inner | Fingers remain uncovered | Cotton palm, cotton and mesh back, elastic cotton wrist | Confirm the product is designed to sit beneath your outer gloves |
| Full-glove batting inner | Fabric extends over the fingers | Check the exact product page for materials and construction | Check finger length and the fit with the outer glove |
The choice is about coverage and fit, not a substitute for the outer batting glove. Product construction and materials vary by maker.
Fit checklist
- Decide whether you want covered fingers or an open-finger design.
- Check the inner’s sizing chart and material description.
- Try it beneath the batting glove you use.
- Grip a bat to check that the layers sit comfortably and the wrist is secure.
- Follow the maker’s care instructions.
For a hand-size reference, use the cricket batting glove size chart. You can also see wicketkeeping glove sizing and browse pads and gloves.
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Common questions
Do batting inners replace batting gloves?
No. They are designed to be worn beneath cricket batting gloves.
What does fingerless mean on a batting inner?
The fingers are left uncovered while the palm and wrist are covered.
What should I check before choosing a batting inner?
Check its finger coverage, listed materials, sizing and fit beneath your batting gloves.
Can I use one size chart for every brand?
Use the chart for the exact inner and maker because sizing can vary by product.