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Michael Andrew Atherton OBE (born 23 March 1968) is a broadcaster, journalist and a former England international cricketer. A right-handed opening batsman for Lancashire and England, and occasional leg-break bowler, he achieved the captaincy of England at the age of 25 and led the side in a record 54 Test matches.
A sturdy opening batsman with a robust technique, Michael Atherton started cricket at an early age and grew rapidly through the system. At the age of 16, he captained the Under 19 England si ...
Gutsy and stubborn, single-minded and sledger-proof, Mike Atherton was an opener in the classic English tradition, making batting look like trench warfare. Defence was his forte, but when his...
Mar 23, 2013 · Michael Atherton, English captain, opening batsman, and reputed journalist, braved fast bowlers, teammates, his board and media — local and foreign — throughout his career.
Aug 28, 2001 · One thing is for sure; Atherton's retirement ends an era and leaves an enormous hole at the top of the England batting order. As widely anticipated, Michael Atherton today announced his...
Mar 23, 2019 · Throughout the 1990s Michael Atherton was the face of English cricket. Head still, eyes wary, left elbow high and feet moving neatly into position, he dedicated himself to the tasks of scoring runs, resisting bowlers and protecting his team’s position.
Jul 26, 2020 · 'White Lightning', as Donald is known, bowled lightning quick and tried to intimidate opener Atherton by coming around the wicket and aiming for his throat. Donald had Atherton gloving to Mark Boucher, but the umpire did not spot it, much to Donald's fury.
Aug 10, 2015 · Michael Andrew Atherton is a broadcaster, journalist and a former England international cricketer. A right-handed opening batsman for Lancashire and England, and occasional leg-break bowler, he achieved the captaincy of England at the age of 25 and led the side in a record 54 Test matches.
Oct 26, 2023 · England have been a team playing without confidence as their hopes of retaining their World Cup crown have dissipated over the last three weeks, believes Michael Atherton.
Michael Andrew Atherton captained England for 54 Test matches, more than any other English captain. He is best remembered for his intrepid batting approach and gritty defense.
