Cricket Stumps Types of Wickets The heart of cricket's scoring system lies in a set of wickets. These wickets are made up of three wooden posts, precisely positioned in the popping crease, called cricket stumps and bails. Two smaller sticks, the bails, precariously balance on top of the stumps. If the ball dislodges the bails from the cricket stumps and bails, the batsman is out (broken wicket). Beyond their physical role, 'stumped' describes a batsman dismissed by the wicketkeeper removing the bails while the batsman is out of his crease. Additionally, "calling stumps" signifies the umpire ending the day's play. Here are some ways a batsman can be dismissed involving the cricket stumps and bails: · Bowled: The ball hits the cricket stumps and bails. · LBW (Leg Before Wicket): The batsman blocks the ball with their leg (except for specific areas). · Stumped: The wicketkeeper removes the bails while the batsman is out of his crease (in relation to the cricket stumps and bails). · Run Out: The fielder hits the cricket stumps and bails with the ball before the batsman reaches the crease. · Hit Wicket: The batsman dislodges the bails with their body or bat while playing a shot (in relation to the cricket stumps and bails). Types of cricket stumps at All About Cricket Here at All About Cricket, we carry different types of cricket stumps and bails from the best brands. Below are some examples: · BAS Cricket Spring Stumps with bails: Professionals often use wood stumps for the sake of tradition. If you need these, check out BAS’s cricket spring stumps, consisting of high-quality 3 spring-loaded wood with a sturdy cast iron base. · DSC Cricket Plastic Stumps with bails: Lightweight, durable, made of high-quality materials, and suitable for clubs. Plastic stumps are robust, cost-effective, and withstand plenty of wear and tear. · Focus Cricket Spring Stumps: 3 spring-loaded wooden stumps with a cast iron base. · GM Club Cricket Stumps Set with bails: These wood cricket stumps and bails come with a carry case. Order today! Shop the largest selection of cricket stumps and bails from All About Cricket LLC. Get free shipping for orders over $200 in the US and $400 in Canada. We guarantee the most affordable prices for stumps and bails here, so if you see these products elsewhere at a cheaper price, contact us, and we’ll match it!