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County by County 2026 Season Preview – Division One – Essex

Overall, it was a disappointing season for Essex. Injury and availability problems hampered the County Championship side, and at the halfway point of the season, there was a threat of relegation rather than a title challenge.

They also really struggled to get off the mark in the T20.
Essex should make the most of Jordan Cox’s availability before he becomes an England regular

By Victoria Polley

Formed: 1876
Home Ground: Ambassador Cruise Line Ground, Chelmsford
Captain(s): Tom Westley (CC/ODC), Simon Harmer (T20), Grace Scrivens (Women)
Director Of Cricket: Chris Silverwood
2025 Results: CC1: 6/10; ODC: 4/9 Group A; T20: 9/9 (South Group); WODC: 8/8; WT20: 7/8; WCCT20: third round
Honours: Championship: (8) 1979, 1983, 1984, 1986, 1991, 1992, 2017, 2019; Bob Willis Trophy: 2020; Gillette/NatWest/C&G/FP Trophy: (3) 1985, 1997, 2008; B&H Cup: (2) 1979, 1998; Pro40/National League/CB40/YB40/ODC: (2) 2005, 2006; Sunday League: (3) 1981, 1984, 1985; T20 Cup...

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