It’s fairly widely accepted that cricketers wear white - but what’s not so common knowledge is why. There are a few reasons why cricket attire is primarily white: Temperature control - white clothing helps to reflect the intense summer sun and keep the players cool Contrasting colour - the typically red cricket ball is much easier to see when contrasted against all white clothing Classic - all white clothing is a classic and ‘elegant’ look which is commonly associated with the cricket The Kookaburra Pro Active cricket shirt features a regular fit and is constructed from our breathable StayCool fabric. Regular fit for protective to be worn underneath Breathable StayCool fabric 100% Polyester