National Counties Cricket Explained

The National Counties Cricket Association represents the pinnacle of recreational cricket in England and Wales. The NCCA oversee 20 National Counties across the UK, supporting each county in a variety of ways and ensuring they meet the governance put in place by our governing body the England and Wales Cricket Board.

For 124 years we have been known as the MCCA (Minor Counties Cricket Association). During this time, we have seen some truly talented cricketers play county cricket, with many going on to play first class cricket. So why the name change?

The National Counties Cricket Association, (NCCA) is more than just a name change. Besides a name that better reflects the talents and importance of everyone involved at this level, the structure of games has undergone a transformation that will see less 3-day championship matches and more T20 and 50-over trophy games. An exciting time for spectators and aspiring cricketers’ who might otherwise struggle to commit to the lengthier games.