What protective equipment is required in Stage 1 and Stage 2?

Q: What protective equipment is required in Stage 1 and Stage 2?

Both formats require, for batting and wicketkeeping: Helmet worn at all times while batting and wicketkeeping. Pads, gloves and a protector. (In Stage 1, helmets are compulsory for the keeper but pads are not.) Additional safety equipment may be worn depending on match conditions or personal preference. Other equipment listed: Bat size 4 (under 1.8 lb or 800 g) is recommended. At least 1 set of portable stumps (with base and balls) is required, and 2 sets are recommended. A measuring tape or string to measure the pitch and boundary, boundary markers, and chalk, tape or paint to mark the crease.

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Both formats require, for batting and wicketkeeping:

Helmet worn at all times while batting and wicketkeeping.
Pads, gloves and a protector. (In Stage 1, helmets are compulsory for the keeper but pads are not.)
Additional safety equipment may be worn depending on match conditions or personal preference.

Other equipment listed:

Bat size 4 (under 1.8 lb or 800 g) is recommended.
At least 1 set of portable stumps (with base and balls) is required, and 2 sets are recommended.
A measuring tape or string to measure the pitch and boundary, boundary markers, and chalk, tape or paint to mark the crease.