The weight of the bat can vary depending on the preference of the batsman. The bat is flat on one side and shaped on the back. The only other piece of equipment used is worn by the wicket keeper, who stands behind the wickets to receive the ball is the batsman misses it. These are heavy leather gloves worn outside lighter gloves and help to prevent any injuries. Some wicket keepers have been know to use extra padding to supplement the gloves.
Broken fingers are common with keepers.
If he elects to bat, two batsmen, fully booted a spurred will take their place at either end of the pitch between the stumps. The fielding team will position themselves in places decided by the captain in conjunction with the bowler. The bowler will run in, deliver the ball in an overarm action and the batsman will attempt to score a run. To score a run, the batsman must place the ball between the fielders and then run to the opposite end of the pitch, with the other batsmen crossing over. Four runs can be scored by the ball going over the boundary or six runs can be scored by going over the boundary on the full.