Red leather balls are traditional and used primarily in multi-day Test or First-Class cricket due to their durability.White balls are used in limited-overs matches (ODIs and T20s) as they are easier to see under floodlights, though they swing more early on and scuff faster.Pink balls are specifically designed for day/night Test matches, offering high visibility under lights while degrading slower than white balls.

A standard men's adult leather cricket ball weighs between 155.9g and 163g (approx. 5.5 to 5.75 ounces).Youth and women's cricket balls are slightly lighter, typically weighing around 135g to 144g (approx.4.75 to 5 ounces).

For net practice, you want a ball with a durable core and sturdy stitching. TheSG Club,Raydn Hanging String Leather Ball, andGortonshire Heavy Cricket Ballsare excellent choices for repetitive training sessions because they offer great longevity at a lower price point than match balls.

A standard men's adult leather cricket ball weighs between 155.9g and 163g (approx. 5.5 to 5.75 ounces). Women's cricket balls are slightly lighter, mandated at 140g to 151g (approx. 4.9 to 5.3 ounces). Youth cricket balls are the lightest, typically weighing around 135g to 144g (approx. 4.75 to 5 ounces).