Whenever there is magic on screen, or in this case, on the field, people i.e. the audience forget what efforts have been put into or what instruments made the magic happen on the front. Yes, we are talking about all the equipment- the cricket kit- used in cricket by the professional maestros to create their enchanting performances that captivates attention and creates immense joy, making the non-human components of the game totally forgotten, crediting it all to the human efforts only.
MRF Cricket Kit is one of the most popular ones among all the cricketers around the world. The Indian brand called the Madras Rubber Factory, in short MRF, has created a performance-driven, durable and comfortable cricket kit that fits the specific needs of the player making it a household name. And since MRF is associated with some of the most popular international cricketers, the MRF cricket kit is naturally chosen by both the professionals and young, aspiring cricketers.
History of the MRF Cricket Kit
Mohan Lalji Chharbria established MRF as a tyre manufacturing company in 1949. The company produced high-quality rubber products. But that was not when they got into the sports business. Almost after 3 decades, the company got into manufacturing cricket gears. It was the late 70s and at that time there were not many corporate brands associated with the game. So, naturally, MRF had the upper-hand and it took full advantage. Little Master Sunil Gavaskar endorsed the brand at that time. Later on, he became one of the directors of the company.
But the complete cricket kit, manufactured by MRF, was still not available in the market. It took the company till the early 90’s to launch its first ever complete set of cricket kit equipped with bats, gloves, pads and balls- the complete range of gears. These MRF cricket gears were collectively known as the MRF Cricket Kit. At present, MRF has established its position as one of the top manufacturers of cricket gears around the world and has enlisted some of the most popular and successful cricketers on its list of endorsers including Sachin Tendulkar, Steve Waugh, Brian Lara, AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli.
What Makes MRF Cricket Kit Unique?
With the advancement of technology, innovation is inevitable to remain ahead of the competition. Being a successful business entity, the MRF team knew very well that without continuous innovation and top-of-the-line designs of the cricket gears they produce, it will not be possible to retain the popularity & success, let alone increase it. But then again, MRF is the most successful brand & manufacturer of cricket for the sheer quality of the equipment it has been producing for over three decades now.
The original MRF cricket kit too maintains those qualities to ensure its superiority. Followings are some of the factors that contributed to the success of the original MRF cricket kit:
The One-of-a-Kind MRF Cricket Bat
The MRF cricket bat is endorsed by some of the best batsmen of the world and for good reason. Those bats are produced with the English Willow or the Kashmir Willow. They have a mid-to-low sweet spot ensuring ease & finesse required for the strokes played by the batsmen.
The handle of the bat is made with high-quality cane ensuring proper grip & control. The bats come in various models, designs & weights suiting the specific needs of each player. These bats are chosen by the professional and amateur cricketers alike.
High-Quality Cricket Ball Made with Premium Leather
Just like the bat, the ball in the most aspired for cricket kit has to be of excellent quality too. MRF ensured that part by manufacturing the cricket balls with premium leather for extended usage without having to compromise with shape and durability. A solid core of the balls ensures consistent bouncing too which is very important for the bowlers to maintain the spin of the ball and control its trajectory.
Lightweight & Durable Construction of the Cricket Kit
A cricketer needs to switch his gears depending on the match and even, the ground. Therefore, the cricket kit must be lightweight so that it does not create any inconvenience in carrying from one place to another. On the other hand, the durability of the kit is also equally important, if not more. If the kit’s durability is compromised in order to make it light, then that will be of no use. The MRF cricket kit is made with exceptionally superior quality materials to suit the requirement and be convenient to all types of players.
Superior Quality & Design of Equipment
After ensuring the cricket kit is highly durable as well as lightweight to smoothly suit the cricketer’s unique requirements, it’s time to focus on the design and quality of the equipment. Each equipment that comes in the original MRF cricket kit- from bats to balls, to helmets, to gloves- is thoroughly designed keeping in mind the needs and comfort of players of all levels. The kit is not only produced with high-quality materials, MRF has taken an extra step to make those heat-resistant to provide one more level of protection & durability.
Perfectly Fitting Protective Cricket Gears
The fitting of each of the protective cricket gears- the gloves, the abdominal pad, the chest guard, the leg guards, the helmet- must not be compromised to ensure desirable performance and comfort of the cricketers. All the pads and gloves that come in the original MRF cricket kit are made with high-quality material and designed to provide ultimate protection while ensuring comfort.
The helmet in the kit is made with high-quality foam and adjustable, sturdy grille. The helmet also ensures the player’s protection as well as ease of playing. The original MRF cricket kit also provides high-quality thigh pad and arm guards which are additional pieces of protection and not very common in the usual cricket kit.
The Convenient MRF Cricket Kit Bag
The original MRF cricket kit comes in the premium-quality kit bag. It has multiple storage facilities and separate compartments with ample space. It is made with durable materials and is easy to carry with all the equipment included in the cricket kit.
Regardless of the skill level of the players- professional and amateurs alike- MRF produces the best-quality cricket kit for all the players. It’s equally durable and lightweight in construction. The excellent design of the kit ensures both maximum protection and comfort for the players to perform their best. To top it all, the complete set of MRF cricket kit comes in the most desirable sturdy and spacious, easy-to-carry kit bag too. This is why the MRF cricket kit is considered world-class and is highly recommended.
