There are many important pieces of cricket equipment. The best known is certainly the cricket bat. Bats come in different shapes and sizes, made from different types of wood such as willow and cashmere willow. They are an essential piece of equipment for any cricketer, enabling them to score runs and defend their wicket. The weight and stability of a cricket bat are crucial factors in a player's performance. 

Cricket balls are also part of the basic equipment. They are usually made of leather and weigh around 155.9 to 163 grams. They are available in different colours, with red and white being the most common for the various forms of the game. A well-maintained cricket ball can change its trajectory (swing or seam in English), which is a challenge for the batsmen.