| Previous Year: | 1911 |
| Previous Tournament: | 1911 English cricket season |
| Next Year: | 1913 |
| Next Tournament: | 1913 English cricket season |
1912 was the 23rd season of County Championship cricket in England. The much-criticised Triangular Tournament of Test Matches was held between England, Australia and South Africa. The contest was affected by one of the wettest summers on record and was never repeated. England retained the Ashes, having defeated Australia in one Test.
See main article: 1912 Triangular Tournament.
See main article: South African cricket team in England in 1912.
See main article: Australian cricket team in England in 1912. England won one of its matches against weakened Australia 1–0 with two drawn. Against South Africa, England won all three matches. Despite the loss of several key players, Australia beat South Africa 2–0 with one match drawn.
| Cumulative record - Test wins | 1876-1912 | |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | ||
| 35 | ||
| Drawn | 19 |
See main article: 1912 County Championship.
C B Fry topped the averages with 1592 runs @ 56.85
Sydney Barnes topped the averages with 69 wickets @ 11.33