Photo Credit: England and Wales Cricket Board
The long-term partnership between the ECB and premium sportswear brand Castore continues with the latest launch of the England Cricket Test Collection. Castore offers a fresh take on a classic kit which is designed with performance in mind.
Key players and leadership groups across the men’s and women’s teams collaborated with Castore to create a high-performance Test kit that is specific to the needs of an elite-level cricketer. Players were an integral part of the design process, helping designers develop a high-quality product that is ready for performing in the most testing format of the game.
For the first time ever, England supporters will be able to purchase a both a replica and the Pro Short Sleeve Test shirt that is worn by players on the pitch, with women’s fit also available to purchase.
Instead of the traditional off-white that supporters are used to seeing, the test shirt sports a bright white with blue piping detail. The new kit will add a flash of colour to the movement of players during test matches.
Castore have engineered their innovative technology into the shirts which has previously been seen in their football kit designs. The breathable properties of the jacquard wicking fabric to assist with ventilation which keeps athletes cool and focused throughout their matches.
Key products in the range include the Pro Short Sleeve Polo that is a modern update of a classic shirt and the official England Cricket Test Match Sweatshirt that has been crafted to prioritise movement, comfort and warmth.
The England Cricket Test Collection continues Castore and ECB’S joint initiative to provide England players and supporters with kit that is rooted in sportswear technology and innovation.
The Castore/ECB Test Collection will be available to purchase first from https://shop.ecb.co.uk/
