Gus Atkinson Shines at Lord's with Century and Five-Wicket Haul as England Clinches Series

England pacer Gus Atkinson achieved a rare feat, getting on Lord's honours boards with a match-winning century and a five-wicket haul, helping England secure a series win over Sri Lanka. England won by 190 runs to claim the three-match series 2-0, with Atkinson named Player of the Match.

England pacer Gus Atkinson celebrated a memorable series win over Sri Lanka by securing a place on all of Lord's prestigious honours boards. Atkinson delivered a match-winning century and a five-wicket haul, cementing his rise in international cricket and helping England to a dominant 190-run victory, wrapping up the three-match series 2-0.

In the post-match presentation, Atkinson expressed his delight, calling the achievement 'incredible' and highlighting the special moment of batting alongside Joe Root. 'I enjoy bowling with the slope at Lord's; it has gone my way, and I hope it continues,' said Atkinson, who emphasized the team's aggressive approach and his readiness to take on demanding roles.

England's first innings saw Joe Root (143) and Atkinson (118) power the team to 427, countered by Sri Lanka's Asitha Fernando, who took 5 wickets. Despite Kamindu Mendis's 74, Sri Lanka fell short at 196. Although England managed 251 in the second innings, another solid showing from Root, Sri Lanka's chase ended at 292 with Atkinson taking 5/62. Atkinson was named Player of the Match. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)