SS Gladiator Batting Gloves
The SS Gladiator Cricket Batting Gloves are the pinnacle of professional-grade hand protection, designed for elite cricketers who demand the best. As a top choice for league players in Naperville, IL, and across the Midwest, the Gladiator features a premium Grade A Sheep Leather palm and a multi-flex design for unparalleled comfort. Built to withstand the fastest bowling in the USA, these gloves offer Test-match level safety with a lightweight, ergonomic feel that lets you play your natural game.
Grade A Sheep Leather Palm: Ultra-soft, professional-grade leather provides a "second skin" feel and a non-slip grip in all Midwest weather conditions.
Test-Match Protection: High-density foam (HDF) rolls reinforced with Hard-Shell Fiber inserts on every finger for maximum impact defense.
Three-Piece Side Bolster: Comprehensive side-bar protection on the lead hand to shield against painful blows from rising deliveries.
Multi-Flex Ergonomics: A high-count split-finger design ensures total freedom of movement for technical shot-making and power-hitting.
Advanced Ventilation: Features an air-mesh backhand and perforated palm to maximize airflow, keeping hands dry during intense USA summer matches.
📌 Cricket Batting Gloves Specifications
The SS Gladiator Cricket Batting Gloves are engineered for the cricketer who refuses to compromise. Worn by international stars and elite club players alike, the Gladiator is a staple in the Naperville and Chicagoland cricket scene, where the competition is fierce and the bowling is fast.
What sets the Gladiator apart is its Multi-Flex construction. Unlike traditional gloves, the Gladiator uses a high number of independent protective blocks that follow the natural contours of your hand. This allows for an effortless grip on the bat handle, reducing hand fatigue during long innings. Underneath the premium sheep leather, every finger is shielded by a combination of high-density foam and polyurethane fiber shields, providing a fortress against the hardest leather balls used in USA leagues.
Inside, the glove is a masterclass in comfort. A luxury brushed-cotton lining and a double-sided towel wristband work in tandem to wick moisture away instantly. Whether you are facing a fiery opening spell at a local Midwest ground or practicing your power-hitting at a high-performance academy, the SS Gladiator provides the confidence and safety required to dominate the crease.
Palm: Top-grade Sheep Leather with double-layer wear zones
Protection: Multi-layered HDF with Hard-Fiber inserts on all fingers
Sidebar: 3-piece HDF reinforced side-bar on lead hand
Thumb: Three-piece split thumb for enhanced flexibility and grip
Lining: Luxury towel-feel moisture-wicking lining
Wrist: 50mm double-sided sweatband with embossed Velcro closure
Ventilation: 3D Air-mesh gussets for constant temperature control
📌 Comparison Table: SS Professional Series
| Feature | SS Gladiator | SS Limited Edition | SS Superlite Pro |
| User Level | Professional / Elite | Player Grade | Professional |
| Palm Material | Grade A Sheep Leather | Pittards Leather | Premium Sheep Leather |
| Finger Style | Multi-Flex Split | Traditional Sausage | Advanced Split |
| Protection | High-Density Fiber | Reinforced Fiber | Ultra-Light Fiber |
| Flexibility | Maximum / 360° | Moderate | High |
| Best For | Technical Shot-Makers | Traditional Openers | T20 Power Hitters |
Enter the Arena with Confidence The SS Gladiator is more than a glove; it’s a statement of intent. Designed for the high-stakes environment of USA league cricket, these gloves provide the "Test-Standard" protection you need to face the fastest bowling in the Midwest without fear.
Total Flexibility, Total Safety Our unique split-finger design features 18+ independent protective segments. This allows the glove to wrap perfectly around any bat grip. Every segment is reinforced with a hidden fiber shield, ensuring that protection is never sacrificed for the sake of movement.
The Ultimate Bat Connection Grip is the foundation of every great innings. The SS Gladiator uses only the finest Grade A Sheep Leather, treated to maintain its softness match after match. Even in the peak humidity of an Illinois summer, your hands stay dry and your grip remains rock-solid.
| Brand | SS |
| Righty / Lefty | Mens RH |