Red ball. The red ball has a distinct and crisp seam as compared to the white and pink ball. The red ball is lighter than the white ball, and hence ballers can use it to their advantage at times. The cherry red color of the cricket ball makes it more useful during any match that happens during day time.

Why is cricket ball red and white?

White ball has more visibility at night then red ball and it appears prominent on screen as vast followers have access to cricket through different online sites and television, balls visibility is compulsory for the viewers. White ball is said to be swing more and is smoother than the red ball.

What is the difference between red and white cricket balls?

All cricket balls are made from cork and latex rubber on the inside with leather on the outside. But white balls show up scuffs and blemishes more than red ones. So they have a harder-wearing coating to stop them getting dirty.