Red Tournament Leather Cricket Ball, 30 Overs, 5 1/2 OZ, Hand‑stitched Professional Match Ball

Time Sports Red Tournament Leather Cricket Ball 30 Overs 5 1/2 OZ Hand‑stitched Professional Match Ball

Engineered for competitive limited‑overs play, the Time Sports Red Tournament Leather Ball blends traditional hand‑stitched craftsmanship with tournament‑grade materials and a coated finish to deliver dependable performance, consistent feel, and extended match life across 25‑ to 30‑over fixtures.

Construction and building

• Core: Compressed cork centre with a calibrated rubber insert to hit target weight and ensure consistent rebound.
• Winding: Multiple layers of tightly wound wool and twine for shape retention, controlled hardness, and stable seam response.
• Panels: Full‑grain leather panels are precision‑cut and lasted to create a true, symmetrical cover.
• Seam: Hand‑stitched raised seam using strong linen thread for a pronounced profile that enhances grip, swing, and seam movement.
• Finish: Coated lacquer finish tuned for red balls to reduce early scuffing, improve abrasion resistance, and maintain visibility and sheen during tournament play.
• Quality control: Each ball is checked for weight, circumference, seam height, balance, and surface finish to meet tournament tolerances.

Performance characteristics

• Consistent bounce: Precision winding and calibrated core produce predictable rebound across innings.
• Pronounced seam movement: Raised hand‑stitched seam offers bowlers strong swing and seam potential, especially in favourable conditions.
• Durability: Coated finish and tight construction slow surface wear, so the ball holds shape and performance longer in 25–30 over matches.
• True feel: Balanced weight distribution and firm yet responsive hardness give batters reliable feedback off the bat.

Key specifications

• Weight: Standard 5 1/2 OZ (approx. 155.9–163 g).
• Circumference: Regulation 224–229 mm (diameter ≈ 71–73 mm).
• Over suitability: Tournament tuned for 25–30 over matches.
• Construction type: Coated (hand‑stitched, full‑grain leather).

Ideal use cases

• League and tournament 30–40 over matches.
• Club and academy competitive fixtures.
• Practice sessions where match‑grade behaviour and durability are required.

Why choose this ball

The Time Sports Red Tournament Leather Ball delivers the traditional performance players expect from a hand‑stitched leather ball while the coated finish and precise manufacturing extend usable life and maintain consistent behaviour through long limited‑overs contests.