1970 County Championship

The 1970 County Championship was the 71st officially organised running of the County Championship. Kent won the Championship title.

Table

 * 10 points for a win
 * 5 points to each side for a tie
 * 5 points to side still batting in a match in which scores finish level
 * Bonus points awarded in first 85 overs of first innings
 * Batting: 1 point for each 25 runs above 150
 * Bowling: 2 point for every 2 wickets taken
 * No bonus points awarded in a match starting with less than 8 hours' play remaining.
 * Position determined by points gained. If equal, then decided on most wins.
 * Each team plays 24 matches.