English cricket cannot decide on the best way to capitalise on the success of the Twenty20 Cup.

Representatives of the 18 counties met at Northampton but they were split on what do with the 20-over competition next season.

Some want to turn it into a third domestic league but others are worried over-exposure could kill the initial success of the new format.

More than 250,000 spectators flocked to the zone games - a rise of 353% compared to the old B&H Cup.

We are all for positive changes but there is no need to be too hasty about this Surrey's Paul Sheldon

Leicestershire, Glamorgan and Worcestershire are leading the calls to play next season's group games in two pools of nine rather than three pools of six, guaranteeing twice the number of home games.

But Surrey, who are in this year's semi-final along with Warwickshire, Leicestershire and Gloucestershire, are worried about player burn-out if there are too many games.

Paul Sheldon, Surrey chief executive, told the Daily Mail: "Everyone is agreed that they want to see the Twenty20 thrive.

"We are all for positive changes but there is no need to be too hasty about this."

This year's semi-finals and final will take place at Trent Bridge on 19 July.

A decision will also be made on when to hold next year's competition.

It could clash with the European Football Championships, which are being held in Portugal between 12 June and 6 July.

A decision is not likely to be made until November, when the draw for Euro 2004 is known.

England and Wales Cricket Board spokesman John Read said: "One argument is to move the Twenty20 into July from June, although there would be the concern then about how the natural light would last.

"Another perspective is that it could be a good thing to schedule games when the England football team are playing and show the match on a big screen within the grounds."