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County Championship Season Kicks Off

Published April 1, 2026 · Updated April 1, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

The County Championship returns with Nottinghamshire looking to defend their title while Leicestershire and Glamorgan join Division One after promotion.

The County Championship begins with defending champions Nottinghamshire seeking to retain their title after ending Surrey's reign last year. Under coach Peter Moores, Nottinghamshire will face challenges including the loss of Mohammad Abbas but gains from Fergus O'Neill's return and Ben Duckett's availability as he pursues a Test spot.

In Division One, Leicestershire and Glamorgan join as promoted teams, while Durham and Worcestershire aim to bounce back from relegation. England's Ashes tour review has created selection opportunities, with Rob Key encouraging county players to press their case early in the season.

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