FREE multi-sports cover included plus many more exclusive offers and discounts! Check out our current promotions >>
WHAT IS CRICKET?
There are estimated to be over 15,000 amateur cricket teams in the UK, ranging from opulent cricket clubs to pub teams. Cricket is one of the most popular participation sports in England, with some cricket clubs having up to 4 senior sides, and many junior and youth teams.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF CRICKET
To play cricket you need to be fit and strong and have good hand-eye coordination and ball-handling skills. Cricket involves sprinting between wickets and running to stop balls, as well as bowling and throwing. The health benefits of playing cricket include building endurance and stamina, developing balance and improving hand-eye coordination. Cricket also develops skills such as team building skills and social skills.
COMMON INJURIES IN CRICKET
The most common risk for sports injuries in cricket is lower back pain and muscle injuries such as hamstring strains. If proper protection isn't in place facial and hand injuries can also be attributed to the sport, with 1 in 10 cricket players sustaining an injury, with that figure increasing to 1 in 6 sustaining an injury for bowlers.
DOWNLOAD OUR SPORTS BROCHURE
Take a look at our sports brochure to see what benefits you could receive.
SPORTS HEALTH INSURANCE
Our Sports Health Insurance for semi-professional and professional cricketers offers all of the standard benefits of Private Health Insurance along with important cover for sports-related injuries.
PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE
As an alternative for amateur cricketers, General & Medical can also offer Private Health Insurance for you and your family, whether you are on a budget or whether you are looking for the most comprehensive levels of protection.