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About Bat,  To me the shape is very important. The bat must be thick and have more meat near the bottom. There should be a rounded kind of blade. I don’t like a slim, flat blade. I want power in my shots so the bat should be thick and strong.       
     Earlier, I used to play with a 3 pounds 2 ounces bat, but now I prefer a slightly lighter one. This is because in a benefit match,  I sprained my wrist when Kiran More tossed up a full toss which I tried to hit hard. The pain would not go so I was forced to use a lighter bat. But that is still heavier than what other players use in the team who play with me. I am just used to a heavy bat as I feel comfortable. It helps while playing on the up and forcing the ball in front of the wicket.

THE PADS:-
Lightweight morrant pads, with protective foam for left leg
THE BOOT:-
Half-spikes, with metal and rubber studs

About Shoes,    I have always played with half-spikes,  with metal studs   round the toes  and  rubber studs otherwise, even  while fielding. I have never used the usual ankle high, full spikes which bowlers need.

About Pads,   I  prefer the lightweight morrant pads, I have played with them for long, the ball hits the pad and goes off, you can get a leg bye easily. The ball doesn’t drop dead, it travels off the pad. I normally don't use chest guards. In Australia for a few innings I played with them because I had an injury