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...we bring an exclusive, in-depth three-part interview with captain Ed Barnard as he takes us match-by-match through the season and reveals some of the secrets behind the success.
29.10.26News
There was a slight lull in proceedings before lunch as it took us a good while to take the last wicket, but looking back, I think the lads were thankful to be able to line their stomachs, with what was about to unfold...
28.10.26Opinion
We ran the first marathon from Esher all along the Thames to Craven Cottage, Fulham, and then back again next day. It is something that I am very proud to have done for such a great cause as the Hunchman Trust.
27.10.26Features
Aaron Viles sits down with Warwickshire CCC Museum curator Phil Britt to learn more about his experience in the role as well as the backstory behind some of the fascinating collections housed within the building itself.
21.10.26History
I could never understand those who were looking for the next rain break. I loved playing cricket every day and to have lived the life I dreamed of as a kid makes me feel very proud and very lucky.
20.10.26Features
“It is an incredibly tricky situation we are in because we are not just talking about one or two guys out of form, it’s pretty much the whole of the top order. In that situation guys can get very internal and concentrate on their own woes and worries and not share a lot. And then the situation gets worse."
19.10.26Features
"When I was performing 12th man duties on the England Test tour of Pakistan, I accidentally fell through a glass table as I was waiting for my next on-field task..."
13.10.26Features
"The thing I remember most about that day was the lunch. It was sausage, chips and beans with bread and butter, followed by apple pie and custard. It was amazing."
08.10.26Features
"To have started in the Warwickshire system as a kid, progressed all the way through it, earned a contract and eventually walked onto Edgbaston as a Warwickshire first-team player is something I’m incredibly proud of now."
06.10.26Features
Aaron Viles speaks to club journalist and fellow co-founder of The Bear, Brian Halford, about Warwickshire's stellar County Championship campaign, the profound impact of Bears bowling coach Graeme 'Pop' Welch and Vansh Jani's tremendously bright future at Edgbaston.
02.10.26Features
“It’s a very special achievement and so many people have got a stake in it. These are the moments we play the game for and what makes it all worthwhile.”
02.10.26News
Warwickshire have added opening batter Jake Weatherald to their ranks for 2027 - and he will come with clear intentions
30.09.26Features
I got some runs on a tough pitch against a good attack and I’ll never forget Bob Willis lying in the bath cooling off as he always did and saying, “Lordy, that was one of the best debuts I’ve seen.” It was a very kind and thoughtful thing to say.
“I just send big thanks to all the supporters. They are fantastic. The support for Warwickshire is unbelievable and this season has given some lifetime memories to me."
29.09.26News
Josh Hull, batting like Foxes predecessor David Gower in his prime, accompanied Scriven into the afternoon session but seven balls into the afternoon, Bamber knocked out two of Scriven’s stumps and the Bears’ celebrations could begin.
28.09.26News
A draw, never mind a win, would secure Warwickshire’s ninth County Championship crown but their supporters, who have turned out in force on the first two days, will arrive for the third expecting a fourth to be unnecessary.
Warwickshire's breathtaking momentum in the last month has been a real collective effort but led by a bowling attack which has reduced the opposition to 156, 207, 325/8, 115, 154, 69, 65, 134, 189, and 125.
Paul Smith reviews all of the action from the final weekend of the 2026 BDPCL Playoffs.
Paul Smith reviews the action from the opening rounds of fixtures in the BDPCL Playoffs.
23.09.26News
Paul Edwards looks back on the rich history and heritage of the JPL with the help of a truly fascinating book.
23.09.26Features
Batting first, the Bears were bowled out in just 85 minutes for 48 – literally bowled out as Bill Benskin and John Curtis hit the stumps ten times in 26.4 overs.
“The guys earlier in the season did a brilliant job. Guys like Keith Barker, Michael Booth and Nathan Gilchrist have contributed so much towards getting us where we are. It has been a real collective effort and everyone has played their part."
22.09.26News
“It is an exciting position to be in, but we haven’t won anything yet. There are still points that we need to get so we are very much focused on this game rather than the bigger picture."
21.09.26News
Warwickshire will welcome Leicestershire to Edgbaston in the County Championship finale knowing a win will guarantee the title
18.09.26News
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