Ball: white leather ball (4-piece construction) at international level; weight 5.5-5.75 oz (155.9-163 g); Bat: max 38" length × 4.25" width; willow blade; max thickness 67 mm edge, 60 mm depth; Pads: batting pads, thigh pads, arm guards, helmet with grille, abdominal guard, gloves
Why people argue about this
People often assume that bats can be as long as they want, forgetting about the strict 38-inch maximum length rule for safety reasons. The misconception is compounded by players or coaches who might not fully grasp how this regulation impacts gameplay and strategy.
