Gus Atkinson Shines in Debut Test Match Against West Indies at Lord’s

England captain Ben Stokes praised Gus Atkinson’s debut performance in the Test match against West Indies at Lord’s. Atkinson took 12 wickets and was named Player of the Match.

Stokes highlighted the team’s strong performance with both bat and ball. He said, “Really good start. To come out and put in a performance like that is clinical with bat and ball. Great start to the summer.”

Stokes also spoke about James Anderson’s retirement, noting his inspirational career. “He has been an incredible inspiration to so many people. The wicket he has taken is absolutely phenomenal,” Stokes added.

England won the match by an innings and 114 runs. Anderson took the first wicket of the day, and Atkinson’s seven-wicket haul helped bowl West Indies out for 121 on day one. England’s seamers continued to dominate on day two, with Atkinson and Anderson playing key roles.