County Championship Returns With New Teams

Nottinghamshire, led by coach Peter Moores, will look to defend their title against strong competition as Leicestershire and Glamorgan join the top flight. The defending champions lost Mohammad Abbas to Derbyshire but gained Australian Fergus O'Neil, while Ben Duckett's availability is a boost.

Meanwhile, Durham and Worcestershire look to bounce back from relegation, while Sussex faces a title challenge with points deduction. England's Ashes tour review has opened up potential spots, with Rob Key urging county players to press their case early in the season.