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What is cricket?
Cricket is a bat-and-ball team sport played in several formats, from short and sociable games to full competitive matches. Taking part can involve batting, bowling, fielding, training sessions and organised amateur fixtures.
Can I get travel insurance for cricket?
Yes. Amateur cricket is included as standard on most of the policies offered by Direct Travel.
Select cricket when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. If you’re travelling for a league, tournament or organised competition, make sure the selected policy matches the level of cricket you plan to play.
Things to remember:
- Choose cricket when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Confirm the cover if you’re entering a tournament or league
- Use suitable protective equipment where appropriate
- Follow the rules set by the venue, club or organiser
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured cricket, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Depending on the policy selected, cover may also be available for cancellation, curtailment, baggage and other travel-related problems. Personal Liability and cover for cricket equipment can vary, so check the applicable Policy Wording.
Cricket FAQs
Is cricket covered as standard?
Amateur cricket is included as standard on most policies offered through Direct Travel. Select cricket when getting your quote and check that it appears on your policy documents.
Are cricket training sessions covered?
Yes, amateur cricket training can be covered. Make sure cricket is listed on your policy documents and that the sessions are recreational or part of amateur participation.
Can I play in a cricket match abroad?
Cover can be available for amateur matches. Select cricket when getting your quote and check whether any conditions apply to organised fixtures, leagues or club tours.
Are cricket tournaments covered?
Competition cover depends on the policy and type of tournament. Check the Policy Wording before entering an organised event and make sure your cover matches the level at which you will be playing.
Is professional cricket covered?
No. Cover is for amateur participation only. Professional, contracted or paid cricket is not covered.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if cricket is shown on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
Is my cricket equipment covered?
Baggage cover may include some personally owned cricket equipment, depending on the policy selected. Single-item limits, evidence requirements, and exclusions for unattended belongings may apply.
Is Personal Liability covered while playing cricket?
Personal Liability may be included depending on the policy and circumstances. Restrictions or exclusions may apply while taking part in organised sport, so check the Policy Wording.
Can I get cover if I have a medical condition?
Pre-existing medical conditions are considered separately from activity cover. Declare them when getting your quote, as cover is subject to medical screening and acceptance.
Cover is subject to the terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of your policy. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before taking part.
