Kookaburra Kahuna Pro 7.0 Cricket Batting Gloves

The Kookaburra Kahuna Pro 7.0 Cricket Batting Gloves are designed for developing cricketers ready to progress into club cricket with a higher level of protection. Multi Flex finger protection, a one-piece protected thumb and a leather palm give the Pro 7.0 a step up in specification, while soft lining and ventilation help maintain comfort at the crease.

The Multi Flex Finger Protection is a key feature of the Kahuna Pro 7.0. The segmented construction provides protection across the fingers while allowing them to flex around the bat handle, helping developing players maintain a natural and secure grip.

Kookaburra combines this with Square Foam Styling and One Piece Thumb Protection. The protected thumb provides additional coverage to an important impact area, with the additional thumb protection positioned on the bottom hand according to the player's batting orientation.

A Leather Palm with Airflow Ventilation provides comfort when holding the bat. Compared with the durable palm used on the entry-level Kahuna Pro 9.0, the leather palm is one of the notable specification upgrades when moving into the Pro 7.0.

Comfort comes from a Super Soft Lining, while the Breathable Airflow Mesh Gusset and palm ventilation encourage airflow through the gloves. A towelling wristband helps manage moisture around the wrist during longer batting sessions.

Who are the Kookaburra Kahuna Pro 7.0 Batting Gloves best for?

The Kookaburra Kahuna Pro 7.0 Batting Gloves are best for new and developing cricketers taking the next step into club or school cricket. They provide an upgrade from a basic beginner glove through Multi Flex finger protection, a leather palm and Super Soft Lining, making them particularly relevant to players beginning to take their cricket more seriously.

What should you consider before buying?

The Kahuna Pro 7.0 is positioned towards developing club cricketers rather than players requiring the more extensive reinforced protection found in Kookaburra's higher-level batting gloves. As players progress and begin facing quicker bowling, it is worth considering the level of hand and finger protection appropriate for their cricket.

Correct sizing and dexterity are also important. The Pro 7.0 is available from Small Junior through to Adult, so players should choose a glove that fits securely rather than simply selecting a larger size to grow into.

Key features

• Multi Flex Finger Protection combines protective coverage with segmented finger movement.

• Square Foam Styling provides the distinctive protective construction of the Pro 7.0.

• One Piece Thumb Protection provides additional coverage around the thumb.

• Leather Palm with Airflow Ventilation combines a quality contact surface with ventilation.

• Super Soft Lining provides additional comfort inside the gloves.

• Breathable Airflow Mesh Gusset encourages ventilation between the glove sections.

• Towelling Wristband helps manage moisture around the wrist.

• Secure Velcro Closure provides an adjustable and secure fastening.