VKS Superlite T20 Junior Cricket Batting Gloves
Overview
The VKS Superlite T20 Junior cricket batting gloves are a lightweight pair built for young players who want comfort without giving up protection. They come in black or navy and in medium or large junior sizes. Soft leather palms and fibre sheet inserts set them apart from heavier junior gloves at a similar level.
These gloves carry over the multi-section finger and thumb design from the wider VKS Superlite range, which has long been one of the brand's best-selling junior glove lines. The split between finger sections lets a young batter close their hand around the bat handle naturally, rather than fighting stiff, single-piece padding.
The soft leather palm wears in quickly. After a few net sessions, junior players often say the grip feels like a natural part of their hand rather than added bulk.
Features
- Super soft leather palms give a secure grip on the bat handle and wear well over a full season of junior cricket.
- Multi-section fingers let the hand bend naturally, so young batters keep feel through the shot instead of fighting stiff padding.
- Multi-section thumb design adds extra control when gripping the bat, which matters most on defensive shots.
- Fibre sheet inserts sit over the fingers to spread the impact of a fast-arriving ball.
- Side bolster padding protects the outer edge of the fingers, the area most exposed to a rising delivery.
- Towel wristband with Velcro straps keeps sweat off the wrist and lets a player tighten the fit between overs.
- Available in medium and large junior sizes, so growing players can move up a size without changing glove style.
- Black and navy colourways suit most junior team kit without clashing.
Design and Materials
The palm uses soft leather rather than a synthetic substitute. Leather softens with use and holds its shape, which matters for a junior glove that needs to survive a full term of school and club cricket.
Protection comes from fibre sheet inserts across the fingers and side bolster padding along the edges, rather than one thick block of foam. This keeps the glove light on a young player's hand while still covering the areas most likely to take a hit. The towel wristband adds a soft inner lining at the wrist, where cheaper junior gloves often leave a hard seam.
Key Technologies
Multi-section finger design: Splits the padding into separate sections per finger, so the glove bends with the hand instead of resisting it. This keeps bat control intact during shots.
Fibre sheet inserts: Thin, dense sheets placed over the fingers to absorb and spread impact from the ball, without the bulk of solid foam blocks.
Side bolster padding: Raised padding strips along the outer finger edges, which is where a rising ball most often catches a batter's hand.
Towel wristband with Velcro: A soft cotton-style band at the wrist with an adjustable strap, so the glove stays snug as a junior player grows.
Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
VKS |
| Model |
Superlite T20 Junior |
| Colours |
Black, Navy |
| Sizes |
Medium Junior, Large Junior |
| Palm material |
Super soft leather |
| Finger construction |
Multi-section fingers and thumb |
| Impact protection |
Fibre sheet inserts |
| Side protection |
Side bolster padding |
| Wrist closure |
Towel wristband with Velcro straps |
| Sold as |
Pair, handed to match leading hand (left or right) |
VKS Review
For a junior glove at this level, the Superlite T20 does more than its weight suggests. The fibre sheet inserts and side bolster padding cover the areas that matter most against a fast junior bowler, while the multi-section fingers keep the glove from feeling stiff in the hand.
Players moving up from a basic starter glove will notice the difference in grip first. The soft leather palm holds the bat handle more securely than the harder synthetic palms found on entry-level junior gloves, which helps with control on quick singles and defensive pushes. If your child plays mostly soft-ball cricket or kwik cricket, a lighter starter glove may suit them better; the Superlite T20 is built for those facing a proper cricket ball in nets or matches. You can see and try these gloves in person at our London store, where our team can help confirm the right size against an age guide.
Q&A Section
Is the VKS Superlite T20 Junior glove suitable for match cricket?
Yes, it is built for match and net play with a hard cricket ball. The fibre sheet inserts and side bolster padding give the protection a junior batter needs against full-pace junior bowling. It is not designed for kwik cricket or soft-ball formats, where a lighter starter glove is usually enough.
Which size should I choose, Medium Junior or Large Junior?
This depends on hand size rather than age alone, since junior players grow at different rates. Our junior gloves are sold with an age guide next to each size to help narrow it down. If you are unsure, contact our team for impartial advice before ordering.
Does the soft leather palm need breaking in?
A small amount of breaking in is normal with any leather palm. A few net sessions will soften the leather and let it shape to the player's hand. This is a sign of genuine leather rather than a synthetic substitute, which tends to stay stiff.
Should these gloves be paired with a matching pad set?
It is not required, but many parents choose the VKS Superlite junior pads to match. Both share the same lightweight approach to protection, which keeps a junior player's full kit comfortable. Colour and brand matching is a personal choice rather than a performance requirement.
What is the best way to care for these junior batting gloves?
Let the gloves air dry after every use rather than leaving them in a damp kit bag. Avoid soaking the leather palm in water, and wipe off dirt with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Stored this way, the palm and inserts will last for a full season of regular play.
