Essex

Essex County Cricket Club, representing England, is a storied team in the domestic cricket circuit. Founded in 1876, Essex has traversed a journey marked by significant challenges and triumphs to become one of the most revered sides in English cricket. The club's roots are deeply embedded in the history and culture of Essex, a county with a rich cricketing tradition.

Over the years, Essex has enjoyed its fair share of success. The team’s first taste of major victory came in the late 1970s and early 1980s, an era dominated by the legendary Graham Gooch. Gooch’s indomitable batting prowess was instrumental in Essex winning their first County Championship in 1979. This triumph was the beginning of a glorious period during which Essex bagged the prestigious championship title multiple times, asserting their dominance in the domestic circuit.

Players like Alastair Cook and Ravi Bopara have made significant contributions in recent years. Alastair Cook, one of England’s finest batsmen, brought his international experience and leadership qualities to the team, while Bopara's all-round capabilities have often been an asset in crucial matches.

Essex is known for its resilient and combative playing style. The team has always prided itself on producing homegrown talent who exhibit a gritty determination on the field. Their strengths lie in a combination of robust batting line-ups and skilful seam bowling, often enhanced by spinners on turning tracks.

The team has a notable rivalry with Kent, fuelling intense matches that captivate fans across the country. Such encounters are steeped in tradition and local pride, making them some of the most watched fixtures in the county cricket calendar.

Essex's home is the County Ground in Chelmsford, a modest but spirited venue where fans gather to support their team with unwavering enthusiasm. The ground isn't just a cricket venue; it’s a hub for the local community, where memorable victories have been celebrated and crushing defeats have been endured. The fan culture is rich with traditions, from familiar chants that echo through the stands to the local delicacies enjoyed by spectators.

The cultural significance of Essex stems from its commitment to fostering local talent and its role in promoting cricket at the grassroots level in the region. The club’s history and tradition are a testament to its resilience and capacity to adapt and thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of English cricket.

County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - April 18, 2025

Essex

179/10 (58.4) & 317/10 (94.5)

Worcestershire

202/10 (54) & 266/10 (84.4)

Essex won by 28 runs

County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - April 11, 2025

Nottinghamshire

347/10 (104) & 385/10 (115.1)

Essex

367/10 (105.4) & 106/1 (31)

Match drawn

County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - April 4, 2025

Essex

582/6 (147.2)

Surrey

365/10 (129.5) & 219/6 (97)

Match drawn

County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - September 26, 2024

Essex

508/8 (117.3)

Surrey

267/7 (84)

Match drawn

County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - September 17, 2024

Warwickshire

78/10 (27.4) & 114/10 (34.1)

Essex

232/10 (65.5)

Essex won by an innings and 40 runs

County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - September 9, 2024

Essex

457/10 (118.3)

Nottinghamshire

93/10 (40.5) & 281/10 (93.2)

Essex won by an innings and 83 runs

County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - August 29, 2024

Essex

404/10 (107.4) & 140/10 (46.3)

Worcestershire

266/10 (75) & 321/10 (86)

Worcestershire won by 43 runs

County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - August 22, 2024

Hampshire

424/8 (105.5)

Essex

438/8 (109.4)

Match drawn

South Group, South Group, T20 Blast - July 19, 2024

Hampshire

181/5 (20)

Essex

174/7 (20)

Hampshire won by 7 runs

South Group, South Group, T20 Blast - July 14, 2024

Essex

176/8 (20)

Surrey

189/9 (20)

Surrey won by 13 runs

Ravi Bopara
Position: Batting Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 39

Ryan ten Doeschate
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 44

Adam Wheater
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 35

Tom Westley
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 36

Varun Chopra
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak Googly
Age: 37

Matt Coles
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Adam Zampa
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak Googly
Age: 33

Simon Harmer
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 36

Ashar Zaidi
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 43

James Porter
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Samuel Cook
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 27

Neil Wagner
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 39

Daniel Lawrence
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 27

Matthew Quinn
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 32

Peter Siddle
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 40

Paul Walter
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

Michael Pepper
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 26

Aron Nijjar
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 30

Shane Snater
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 29

James Foster
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 45

Mohammad Amir
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast
Age: 33

Tamim Iqbal
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 36

Matt Dixon
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 32

Callum Taylor
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 27

Cameron Delport
Position: Top Order Batter
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 35

Aaron Beard
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 27

Jack Plom
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 25

Feroze Khushi
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 25

Robin Das
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 24

Ben Allison
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 25

James Neesham
Position: Batting Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

William Buttleman
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 25

Josh Rymell
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 24

Matthew Critchley
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 28

Daniel Sams
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 32

Adam Rossington
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 31

Dean Elgar
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Age: 37

Jordan Cox
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 24

Luc Benkenstein
Position: Bowler
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 24

Charlie Allison
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 20

Eathan Bosch
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 26

Sir Alastair Cook
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Age: 40

Nick Browne
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 34

Robbie White
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 29

Rishi Patel
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Legbreak
Age: 26

Mark Steketee
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Doug Bracewell
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 34

Umesh Yadav
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 37

Noah Thain
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 20

Harry Duke
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 23

Kasun Rajitha
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Mackenzie Jones
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 20

County Ground
City: Chelmsford
Country: England
Capacity: 6500

Kennington Oval
City: London
Country: England
Capacity: 23500

County Ground
City: Hove, Brighton
Country: England
Capacity: 4000

Edgbaston
City: Birmingham
Country: England
Capacity: 24803