Cricket

Cricket is a game between two teams; one batting and the other bowling. The winning team accumulate the most runs before the loss of 10 wickets. There are various formats of the sport including T20, one day and test Cricket.

Get Involved

An Overview of Cricket

Cricket is a popular sport in Glasgow with many strong clubs offering opportunities for children and young people to enjoy the sport as well as compete at national level. To find some of the clubs in Glasgow click here

The aim of the batting team is to score as many 'runs' as possible - running between the wickets, exchanging ends with a second batsman (the non-striker), who has been waiting near the bowler's wicket. Each completed exchange of ends scores one run, and the match is won by the team that scores more runs. The batter can also score additional runs for boundaries with a 4 and 6 available should the ball reach the boundary on the ground or in the air without bouncing respectively. The aim of the bowler's team is to get each batsman out. A player is out if, for example, the bowled ball hits the wicket, or if a fielder catches the ball off the bat before it bounces. When 10 wickets have been taken the teams switch roles.

Benefits

Cricket is Fun! The sport has transformed it's image and offers faster more fun versions of the game!
Endurance and stamina.
Balance and coordination.
Physical fitness.
Improving hand-eye coordination.

Costs

Membership fees and costs will vary per cricket club. Please contact the club directly to discuss.

Cricket bats start at £20 and increase to over £100 for more professional bats. There will be additional costs for cricket balls and pads however clubs may provide these.

Involvement

If you're serious about your cricket and want to train on a regular basis, then joining a club is your best option - you'll receive professional coaching and guidance, and build your endurance and stamina as well as improving your coordination - all essential skills in cricket.

Adaptations and Equipment

Cricket equipment includes cricket bats, helmets, gloves, leg pads, cricket balls, and shoes

Facts

Test matches between England and Australia are known as The Ashes because of an obituary published in the Sporting Times in 1822 when England were beaten at home for the first time by Australia. The series defeat shocked the sporting world at the time, and prompted The Sporting Times newspaper to print a joke story on the 'death of English cricket'. The newspaper said the body of English cricket would be cremated and the ashes sent to Australia.
The Scottish Cricket team have competed 3 world cup competitions; 1999, 2007 and 2015.
The Scottish Cricket Team sometimes play matches in Glasgow at Clydesdale Cricket Club.

Local Campaigns

Hutchesons' Community Sport

A hub for Community Sport and Activities!

Youth Community Support Agency (YCSA)

Through a range of services YCSA helps Black and Minority Ethnic young people, aged 10 – 25 embrace their potential to become active and valued members of our diverse society, developing the skills and leadership abilities to succeed in life.

Active Life Club

Active Life Club is a registered charity managed by volunteers. We offer services for young people for their social and mental well being through sports. You can come along to enjoy sports or arts, get fit and feel better, or just be social.

NG Active

NG Active is a partnership between NG Homes and Glasgow Sport, linking to deliver sport and activity in the Springburn area of Glasgow. From walking to Disc Golf being delivered in Springburn Park, the partnership are jointly working on a variety of acti

Clydesdale Cricket Club

Founded in 1848 we are based in Pollokshields, our main aim is to preserve and maintain the traditions of Clydesdale Cricket Club. We want to promote the playing of Cricket, Hockey and other sports and activities.

Clydesdale Sports Hub

We are multi sports club based in Pollokshields in Glasgow's southside. We are interested in the public participation and enjoyment of sport and recreation, with a particular focus on the development of Cricket and Hockey activities.

West of Scotland Cricket Club

Located in Glasgow's West End close to Partick Station, West provides opportunities to play cricket and train throughout the year using our outdoor facilities and indoor nets. Level 2 and 3 Coaches available plus 6 active teams including juniors and women

Langside Sports Club - Cricket

Langside Sports Club are based in the Southside of Glasgow and are always looking for new members to join both the adult and Junior teams.

Langside Sports Club

Langside Sports Club is a friendly, multi-sports club on the south side of Glasgow and operates as a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SC049764).

Hillhead Cricket Club

We are situated in Glasgow's West End - 5 minutes by car from Byres Road and walking distance of Hyndland railway station. There is plenty of opportunity for players of all standards to play and new members are always welcome at the club.

Victoria Cricket Club

Victoria Cricket Club, formed in 1934, are an amateur cricket club based in Glasgow playing under the auspices of the Western District Cricket Union. Located at Bellahouston Park, Victoria has a rich history in Scottish Cricket having won the 2nd and 3rd

Glasgow Accies Rugby Club

We are a 150 year old rugby club with a proud history and as an open club, our aims and values are to enjoy our sport both on and off the pitch. We welcome new members and their families. Our coaching and facilties are of the highest standard.

SAPC Community Sports Hub

St. Angela’s Participation Centre (SAPC) is helping to embrace diversity and improve the lives of young people and their families in and around Greater Pollok

Toyota Good For Cricket Prize Draw

1:00am - Wed 30th September, 2026

At Toyota, we understand that clubs rely on volunteers and fundraisers to keep the scoreboards ticking over. That's why we're committed to helping through the Toyota Good For Cricket Prize Draw. We're supporting clubs across the country to raise funds, ensuring more people can enjoy the game now and in the future.

Googly Fund - Supporting Friendly Cricket

The Googly Fund is a charitable trust that wants to expand the playing of friendly cricket for adults in the UK, by encouraging and supporting new teams and players, and by helping existing teams to survive and grow.

ECB Grass Pitch Improvement Fund

The Grass Pitch Improvement Fund aims to tackle inequalities by providing improved access to good quality, safe playing facilities for targeted groups.