County cricket

County cricket is a professional cricket competition in England and Wales featuring regional teams called counties. It serves as a platform for developing local talent and showcases high-level competitive matches, typically played in formats like First-Class (multi-day), List A (one-day), and T20. The county championship is the most prominent event, fostering rivalry and tradition. Players often use county cricket as a stepping stone to international selection. The league balances tradition with modern sports professionalism, drawing fans and nurturing cricket’s growth at the grassroots level.