What English sport is, similar to a MLB

The English sport that is most similar to Major League Baseball (MLB) in terms of being a major professional league with a long history, established teams, and a significant following is cricket. The top-level professional cricket league in England is The Hundred, and historically, the County Championship plays a crucial role in the structure of English cricket. While the gameplay and format differ—cricket being played with a bat and ball on a rectangular pitch, and baseball played on a diamond-shaped field—both sports have rich traditions, passionate fan bases, and a series of domestic competitions among club teams.