County Cricket is a form of professional cricket played in England and Wales. It features teams representing different counties, with each county fielding a team in a league format. The competition typically runs from April to September and includes various formats, such as First-Class matches, List A games, and Twenty20 contests. The County Championship is the premier competition in County Cricket, where teams compete for the title over a season. Each county plays a series of matches, earning points based on their performance. This structure helps develop local talent and contributes to the overall growth of cricket in the region.