61. Wear a helmet, especially in the nets. Top-edges hit more batsmen in the face than fast bowlers. Batsmen even get hit in the head running between wickets by fielders’ throws. You will get used to batting in a helmet, just be patient, concentrate on your batting routine and watch the ball. Aside from protecting your head, wearing a helmet will also increase your courage to play shots like hooks and pulls and give you confidence with last-split-second evasion. Make sure you use a helmet that fits correctly - and do the strap up properly!