The GRAY-NICOLLS GN 500 Batting Leg Guards are a new addition for the 2026/27 season, offering traditional protection, dependable comfort and excellent value for developing cricketers. Combining a classic cane and foam construction, these pads provide effective shock absorption and vibration dampening while maintaining a balanced feel that helps young players bat with confidence.
A padded top hat delivers additional protection to the upper leg, while cotton-lined foam bolsters enhance comfort and durability during long training sessions and match innings. The ambidextrous design suits both right and left-handed players, and extra-wide adjustable calf straps ensure a secure, customised fit. Available in Youth, Junior, Small Junior and Extra Small Junior sizes, the GN 500 is an excellent choice for junior club cricketers.
- Traditional cane construction – Traditional cane combined with protective foam helps absorb impact and dampen vibration, providing reliable protection for developing players.
- Additional upper protection – A padded top hat offers extra protection around the upper knee and thigh area against rising deliveries.
- Comfortable fit – Cotton-lined foam bolsters provide excellent comfort against the legs while improving durability for regular training and match use.
- Secure adjustable straps – Extra-wide calf straps allow players to achieve a secure, comfortable fit that keeps the pads firmly in place throughout the innings.
- Ambidextrous design – Suitable for both right and left-handed batters, making these pads a versatile choice for junior cricketers.
- New for 2026/27 – Introduced as a new model for the 2026/27 season and available in Youth, Junior, Small Junior and Extra Small Junior sizes.
GRAY-NICOLLS RATING
- Protection: 2/5
- Lightness: 3/5
- Comfort: 3/5
GRAY-NICOLLS GN 500 Ambidextrous Batting Leg Guards '26/27
- New design for the 2026/27 cricket season.
- Protection: 2/5 | Lightness: 3/5 | Comfort: 3/5
- Traditional cane and foam construction for dependable protection.
- Available in Youth, Junior, Small Junior and Extra Small Junior sizes.

