Gus Atkinson experienced a moment of surreal triumph on Friday as he achieved his maiden first-class century during the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s. The Surrey fast bowler, already celebrated for his remarkable debut performance with the ball, added a new dimension to his achievements by making his way onto the Lord’s honors board for batting. Atkinson, who described the occasion as “very surreal,” reflected on the significance of his century and his unexpected presence among cricketing greats in such a prestigious venue.
Atkinson Reflects on a Surreal Achievement
Gus Atkinson described his maiden first-class century at Lord’s as “very surreal,” highlighting how unexpected and remarkable the experience was for him. After a strong debut performance with the ball, which saw him feature on two of the three Test honours boards, Atkinson’s century added a new dimension to his record at ‘the Home of Cricket’. He admitted that scoring a hundred and joining the batting honours board was something he had never anticipated.
“It’s very surreal,” Atkinson shared with reporters, noting his long-held aspiration to appear on the Lord’s honours board for his bowling. “To see myself up there with the bat is incredible,” he added, emphasizing the special nature of his recent performances at Lord’s.
Achieving a Unique Cricketing Feat
Atkinson’s 118 off 115 balls marked him as only the sixth player to achieve the unique feat of taking five wickets in an innings, 10 wickets in a match, and scoring a century in a Test at Lord’s. His achievement is notable not only for its rarity but also for his speed in accomplishing it, being the quickest to do so among the elite group.
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Despite a modest first-class batting average, Atkinson’s innings significantly bolstered England’s total and contributed to a commanding lead in the match. His performance reflects both his skill and his potential, which he is eager to further develop, especially given his previous frustrations with batting form.
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