The England and Wales Cricket Board actually recommends a helmet with a faceguard is worn by anybody up to the age of 18 batting against a cricket ball. Even if you're not batting against fast bowlers ...

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Background: Protective helmets in sport are important for reducing the risk of head and facial injury. In cricket and other sports with projectiles, national test standards control the minimum helmet ...