Durham chairman Phil Collins stated in an announcement on the membership web site, exterior: “We help the 18-county mannequin however, consider the present 10/8 division construction lacks significant fixtures because the season progresses.

“The present construction produces a plethora of video games in each divisions that would not have any which means; groups concerned in mid desk video games within the final third of the season onwards would not have any jeopardy… the groups concerned can not get right into a title or promotion race and are secure from relegation.

“We do not consider this produces the depth of cricket that our nice recreation wants and is one thing that each gamers and followers continually touch upon to us.”

The proposal additionally suggests the T20 Blast needs to be contracted and comprise three teams of six groups every, with the whole competitors performed earlier than The Hundred begins.

The county stated the plans have been drawn up following a Skilled Cricketers’ Affiliation survey, which discovered that 83% of gamers assume the present schedule “harms bodily wellbeing”, 72% saying it “hinders excessive efficiency”, and over two-thirds claiming psychological well being is affected by the depth.

The assertion added that different counties have proposed different buildings, together with an 8/10 and a ten/8 division cut up.

Collins stated the thought will likely be mentioned at a members discussion board on 30 July.

“These proposals intention to scale back workload, improve efficiency, and provide extra compelling cricket. We consider they signify one of the best ways ahead,” he added.

The ECB has been approached for remark.