Gus Atkinson's Remarkable First Summer of Test Cricket

Gus Atkinson, England's pace bowler, has left an indelible mark on the storied honours boards at Lord's during his debut summer in test cricket. Atkinson scored his maiden first-class hundred and recorded impressive bowling figures, making him a standout performer in England's cricketing landscape.

Pace bowler Gus Atkinson has etched his name onto both of England's prestigious honours boards at Lord's in a spectacular debut summer of test cricket.

On Day 2 of the second test against Sri Lanka, Atkinson reached his maiden first-class hundred, hitting a powerful four to achieve three figures off just 103 balls. His entertaining innings included four sixes so far.

Scoring a century secures a player a spot on the honours boards inside the dressing rooms at Lord's, just like taking a five-wicket haul in an innings or ten wickets in a match — a feat Atkinson accomplished on his test debut last month.

The 26-year-old's remarkable debut saw him post figures of 7-45 and 5-61 in the first test against the West Indies.

(With inputs from agencies.)