OUR STORY
From a Chicago Garage to Cricketers Worldwide

Since 2013, Best Cricket Store has equipped players across America and beyond with pro-grade gear at honest prices.
13
Years serving cricketers
2
Retail stores
25+
World-class brands in stock
Worldwide
Shipping across the globe
Our journey
2013
The spark
During a family wedding in Chicago, Murtaza plays local cricket and spots the gap: no affordable, high-quality gear in the U.S.
September 2013
The garage shop opens
A handful of bats, a garage, and a promise: quality gear at accessible prices.
The early years
Word of mouth
Personalized service builds a loyal local base; our Facebook page takes the community national.
Growth
The brands arrive
SS, SG, Kookaburra, GM, Gray-Nicolls and 20+ more world-renowned brands join the shelves.
Two stores
Naperville, IL and Richmond, TX open their doors: hands-on service, expert advice, a true cricket shopping experience.
Today
13 years in
A fully stocked online store shipping worldwide, featured in the Houston Chronicle — still family-run.
The full story

In the summer of 2013, a family wedding in Chicago unexpectedly sparked the beginning of our cricket journey. While visiting for our sister’s wedding, my brother Murtaza took part in local cricket matches and quickly noticed a significant gap in the market — a lack of affordable, high-quality cricket gear in the U.S.
Driven by his passion for the sport and entrepreneurial vision, Murtaza returned home with a bold idea: to start a cricket gear business from our garage. Together, we launched our venture by selling a handful of cricket bats, committed to offering quality products at accessible prices for the local cricket community.
By September 2013, our garage transformed into a small but determined cricket shop. Relying on word-of-mouth and a growing reputation for personalized service, we steadily built a loyal customer base. Players appreciated our attention to quality, affordability, and our ever-expanding range of equipment.
To connect with more cricket lovers, we created a Facebook page, offering updates, gear reviews, and a platform for the community to engage with us. This move helped us reach beyond our neighborhood and into the hearts of cricket enthusiasts across the country.
Thanks to the trust and loyalty of our customers, we’ve grown far beyond our original setup. Today, we stock a wide selection of world-renowned cricket brands including SS, SG, DSC, BDM, CEAT, MRF, CA, MB, Kookaburra, GM, Newbery, New Balance, Payntr, Shrey, Moonwalkr, Laver & Wood, Focus, Masuri, CP, Adidas, Puma, Aldred, SF, Kingsbury, Mongoose, HS, BS, and many more.
With demand rising, we expanded into two physical locations — in Naperville, Illinois and Richmond, Texas — where customers can receive hands-on service, expert advice, and a true cricket shopping experience.
To serve cricket players globally, we also launched a fully stocked online store. From the U.S. to international destinations, we proudly ship premium cricket gear worldwide, ensuring fans everywhere have access to the best equipment at competitive prices.
As we celebrate 13 years of serving the cricket community, we reflect on an incredible journey built on integrity, passion, and community. We’re incredibly grateful for the ongoing support, feedback, and trust our customers have shown over the years.
We’re also proud to share that our story was featured in the Houston Chronicle, highlighting our commitment to the cricket community and the success of our small business dream.
Looking ahead, we’re more motivated than ever to continue delivering exceptional customer service, expanding our product range, and sharing the love of cricket with enthusiasts around the world.
Thank you for being a part of our journey. Here’s to the next chapter in cricket, community, and growth!
Why shop with us
Price-Beat Guarantee
Find it cheaper and we’ll beat it.
Real Experts
Bat knocking, oiling and sizing advice from people who actually play.
25+ Genuine Brands
100% authentic gear from the names the pros use.
Fast U.S. Shipping
Free shipping on US orders over $199, tracked delivery worldwide.
Featured in the Houston Chronicle — highlighting our commitment to the cricket community and the success of our small business dream.
Houston Chronicle
Our stores
Naperville, IL
Chicago area
4 S 100 Route 59 #18, Naperville, IL 60563
+1 630-888-9765
Richmond, TX
Houston area
8818 Harlem Rd, Suite 700, Richmond, TX 77407
+1 630-414-2888