County Championship

Somerset's Tom Abell and James Rew combined for a match-defining 140-run partnership to rescue their side from early trouble on the opening day.

Ben Foakes struck an unbeaten 128 as Surrey recovered magnificently from 65-6 to post 328 all out on the opening day of their County Championship clash with Warwickshire.

Australia's Nathan McSweeney reveals Darren Lehmann was the deciding factor in his Northamptonshire move as he prepares to face James Anderson.

Nathan McSweeney has signed for Northamptonshire primarily to work with coach Darren Lehmann again, with a potential debut against James Anderson's Lancashire looming.

South African all-rounder Wiaan Mulder is determined to contribute significantly during his stint with Essex as the county championship begins this Friday.

Paul Farbrace announces departure from Sussex at season's end as the county grapples with severe financial difficulties and regulatory sanctions.

Hampshire have moved quickly to secure South African Test fast bowler Codi Yusuf as their overseas signing after previous deals fell through just days before the season opener.

Mike Gatting and high-profile former Middlesex players have written to members demanding the resignation of chair Richard Sykes, citing years of decline.

The 31-year-old Australian Test batter will feature in the opening six Championship matches as Leicestershire rebuild following Peter Handscomb's departure.

The 37-year-old fast bowler is relishing the prospect of his first full county campaign since 2010 following his England retirement.

The 31-year-old Australian, fresh from his Test debut during the recent Ashes series, will strengthen Leicestershire's top order for the championship's opening block.

Hampshire have moved quickly to secure South African Test fast bowler Codi Yusuf after deals for their preferred overseas targets fell through ahead of the County Championship season.