Punjab’s sports goods hub Jalandhar is once again in focus during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) and this time for creating a customized piece of cricket gear for Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill.
A Jalandhar-based company Versant Sports has developed a special arm guard for Gill designed exactly as per his requirements and the product called the “Game Change Arm Guard” was made after the player shared his specific needs for comfort and protection on the field.
According to sources this arm guard has been custom-built to suit Gill’s playing style offering better fit and flexibility compared to regular gear and the company claims that this design is unique and that they are currently the only manufacturer producing this kind of arm guard.
This development highlights how players at the top level are now looking for personalised equipment to improve performance and safety and instead of using standard gear cricketers are increasingly working closely with manufacturers to get products tailored to their exact needs.
Jalandhar already known as a major centre for sports goods manufacturing continues to play an important role behind the scenes from bats and gloves to protective equipment the city’s contribution is now also extending to customised player-specific innovations and with such developments Jalandhar is not just supplying equipment but also helping shape how modern cricket gear is designed and used at the highest level.