Gus Atkinson has made headlines after his standout performance in the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's, scoring a maiden century and taking five wickets to help England secure a series win with a 190-run margin. Atkinson's century, combined with his five-for (5-62), places him in elite company as only the third Englishman to achieve this feat in the same Test, alongside legends Tony Greig and Ian Botham. With this performance, he shattered the record for the most wickets (33) in a first Test summer, surpassing Fred Trueman's longstanding record. While Joe Root's remarkable double century also contributed significantly, it was Atkinson's all-round capabilities that earned him significant praise and may lead to his name appearing on multiple honours boards at Lord's. The match drew attention not only for Atkinson's achievements but for the disappointing turnout of fans, missing out on witnessing a historic performance. As Atkinson continues to impress, he solidifies his place as a rising star in English cricket.