Hampshire set to back most dramatic change in County Championship history
28.08.25, 12:06 Updated 28.08.25, 23:02
Rich Edwards
The County Championship has experienced minimal change since its formation in 1890.
But The Hawk understands that next week could be one of the most significant in the competition's history - with a new schedule and format on the cusp of being approved by the required number of counties.
A vote of county chairs is scheduled to take place next week and if proposals are passed, Hampshire could find themselves part of a very new look County Championship in 2026 and beyond.
Discussions over a change to the existing Division One and Division Two structure have been ongoing throughout 2025.
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Rich Edwards is the founder and editor of The Hawk. Rich is a freelance cricket writer and lifelong Hampshire man. He has been published in a host of national publications, including The Times, The Cricketer and The Independent.