The key talking points ahead of the start of the County Championship campaign
England’s cricketing focus shifts to the County Championship, which starts on Thursday following a disappointing winter overseas.
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5 players to watch in the 2022 County Championship campaign
The County Championship season gets under way on Thursday with cricket fans around the country eagerly awaiting its return.
Preston defender Liam Lindsay suspended for Blackpool clash
Preston will be without suspended defender Liam Lindsay for Tuesday night’s Championship clash with Lancashire neighbours Blackpool.
Steve Bruce unhappy with ‘unacceptable’ West Brom performance at Birmingham
West Brom manager Steve Bruce labelled his side’s performance as unacceptable after they fell to a 1-0 defeat to rivals Birmingham at St Andrew’s.
Lyle Taylor penalty puts dent in West Brom’s promotion push
West Bromwich Albion suffered a huge blow to their Championship play-off hopes after suffering a 1-0 defeat to local rivals Birmingham at St Andrew’s.
Marco Silva prioritising promotion as Aleksandar Mitrovic approaches goal record
Marco Silva insisted his focus is firmly on leading Fulham to promotion and not on the prospect of Aleksandar Mitrovic breaking the second-tier scoring record.
Millwall boss Gary Rowett rues missed opportunity after late Luton equaliser
Millwall boss Gary Rowett was left frustrated his side failed to hold on for a victory that would have further boosted their play-off chances after conceding a late equaliser to draw 2-2 at fourth-placed Luton.
Wayne Rooney happy with life ‘on the edge’ despite another Derby dismissal
Derby manager Wayne Rooney admits he wants his team to “play on the edge” despite witnessing a sixth red card of the season in the 1-0 win over Preston.