Gus Atkinson is a highly talented right-arm fast-medium bowler and a right-hand batsman who has made a strong impression on the cricketing world since his professional debut. Below is a detailed overview of his career:
Personal Information
- Full Name: Angus Alexander Patrick Atkinson
- Date of Birth: January 19, 1998
- Place of Birth: Chelsea, Middlesex
- Age: 26 years, 355 days
- Height: 6 ft 2 in
- Education: Bradfield College
- Playing Role: Bowler
- Batting Style: Right-hand Bat
- Bowling Style: Right-arm Fast Medium
Teams Played For
- International: England
- Domestic & Franchise Teams:
- Surrey
- Surrey 2nd XI
- Oval Invincibles
- Desert Vipers
- Islamabad United
- Peshawar Zalmi
- Sharjah Warriors
- Kolkata Knight Riders
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough in 2023:
- Made his international debut before the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup.
- Selected due to his impressive performances in the County Championship and the Hundred, clocking speeds up to 95mph.
- Test Debut:
- Made his Test debut in June 2024 and immediately grabbed headlines with figures of 7/45 and match figures of 12/106 against West Indies.
- T20 Franchise Success:
- Played for various T20 leagues, including the Hundred, International League T20, and Vitality Blast, showcasing consistent wicket-taking ability.
- Records:
- Achieved 12 wickets in his debut Test match, ranking 3rd among best match figures on debut.
- Made significant contributions to Surrey’s Championship title win.
Bowling Stats
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | BBI | BBM | Average | Economy | 4W/5W/10W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 11 | 21 | 52 | 7/45 | 12/106 | 22.15 | 3.73 | 2/3/1 |
| ODIs | 9 | 9 | 11 | 2/28 | 2/28 | 35.27 | 6.09 | 0/0/0 |
| T20Is | 3 | 3 | 6 | 4/20 | 4/20 | 14.00 | 9.50 | 1/0/0 |
| FC | 30 | 57 | 111 | 7/45 | 12/106 | 24.93 | 3.53 | 2/4/1 |
| List A | 11 | 11 | 16 | 4/43 | 4/43 | 31.31 | 6.28 | 1/0/0 |
| T20s | 55 | 54 | 72 | 4/20 | 4/20 | 20.73 | 8.80 | 3/0/0 |
Batting Stats
| Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Average | SR | 100s/50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 11 | 16 | 352 | 118 | 23.46 | 79.10 | 1/0 |
| ODIs | 9 | 6 | 63 | 35 | 15.75 | 126.00 | 0/0 |
| T20Is | 3 | 1 | 8 | 8* | – | 80.00 | 0/0 |
| FC | 30 | 42 | 793 | 118 | 22.02 | 65.16 | 1/3 |
Key T20 League Performances
- Vitality Blast:
- Matches: 45, Wickets: 56, Best: 4/36
- The Hundred:
- Matches: 7, Wickets: 10, Best: 3/24
- International League T20:
- Matches: 10, Wickets: 9, Best: 2/35
Notable Records
- Best figures of 12/106 in a match on Test debut (3rd all-time).
- Impressive T20 figures of 4/20 in an international game.
Strengths and Style
- Bowling: Known for his raw pace and ability to generate bounce due to his tall frame.
- Batting: A useful lower-order batter capable of contributing in pressure situations.
- Fielding: Agile and reliable in the field, with several crucial catches to his name.
Atkinson continues to be a promising asset for England and various T20 franchises globally, with expectations of even greater accomplishments in the coming years.
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