Surrey Begins County Championship Defense Against Essex

Surrey will kick off their quest for a fourth consecutive County Championship title with a challenging away match against Essex on April 4, 2025. This marks the first time since 1952-1958 that a team aims for four consecutive titles, a record last held by Surrey themselves. Following their opener against Essex, they will face Hampshire at home and have a busy schedule throughout the season, including matches against Yorkshire and Durham. The men's One Day Cup will also commence in August, featuring Glamorgan as the defending champions. Additionally, the women's competition will begin in April, with finals scheduled for September. The season will highlight an increasing focus on women's cricket within the county structure, promising more professional players and matches under lights.