New Balance JS 1500 Wicket Keeping Gloves

Overview:

The New Balance JS 1500 Wicket Keeping Gloves (2026/27) are premium wicket keeping gloves designed for serious cricketers who demand exceptional grip, protection and comfort behind the stumps. Developed to the specifications of England wicketkeeper Jamie Smith, these professional-level gloves combine high-quality materials with advanced construction for outstanding performance.

Crafted with a premium aniline leather back and sheep leather palm lining, the JS 1500 delivers excellent durability, flexibility and comfort. The Octopus rubber grip sheet provides a secure catching surface, while the T-webbing design supports confident ball handling and control during demanding wicket keeping situations.

The ergonomic cupping design helps create a natural catching position, while rubber thimbles with PU foam and additional reinforcement inserts provide enhanced protection against ball impact. High-grade stretchable and ventilated gussets allow natural hand movement and improved airflow throughout long innings.

A full-length towel lining across the back of the glove and thumb helps manage moisture, while the inner leather cuff provides a comfortable and secure fit. Finished in a striking white and blue colour scheme with distinctive New Balance branding and Jamie Smith detailing, the JS 1500 delivers professional styling alongside premium performance.

An excellent choice for competitive club, county and advanced wicketkeepers looking for professional-quality gloves designed to the specifications of one of England's leading wicketkeepers.

Key Features:

• Jamie Smith Specifications – Professional design developed for elite wicket keeping.

• Premium Aniline Leather – Durable construction with excellent flexibility.

• Octopus Rubber Grip – Secure catching surface for confident ball handling.

• Ergonomic Cupping Design – Natural hand positioning for improved catching.

• PU Reinforcement & Rubber Thimbles – Enhanced protection against ball impact.

• Ventilated Gussets – Improved airflow and freedom of movement.

Technical Specifications:

• Product Type: Cricket wicket keeping gloves

• Brand: New Balance

• Model: JS 1500

• Collection: New Balance 2026/27

• Player Association: Jamie Smith

• Playing Level: Professional / County / Competitive Club

• Back Material: Premium aniline leather

• Palm Lining: Sheep leather

• Palm Grip: Octopus rubber grip sheet

• Webbing: T-webbing construction

• Back Lining: Full-length towel lining

• Thumb Lining: Towel lining

• Cuff: Inner leather cuff

• Finger Protection: Rubber thimbles with PU foam

• Reinforcement: PU protective inserts

• Gussets: High-grade stretchable and ventilated material

• Hand Design: Ergonomic cupping construction

• Colour Scheme: White / Blue / Black

• Suitable For: Competitive wicket keeping and match play