"You leave yourself at mercy of selectors...": Michael Atherton on James Anderson's disappointing Ashes 2023

Jul 31, 2023

Atherton opines that the pacer has every right to retire on his own terms, but feels that selectors would not nominate him purely for...

Michael Atherton picks Joe Root as current best in world ahead of Kohli, Smith

Dec 09, 2024

Former cricketer Michael Atherton has deemed Joe Root "unquestionably" the best in the world as of now.

Michael Atherton voices concern over rare neglect of specialist spinners in Ashes 2025-26

Jan 04, 2026

The decision once again drew criticism from former England captain Michael Atherton, who expressed disappointment over the lack of bowling variety.

"It is right to clear the brain": Atherton backs England over Noosa trip ahead of Adelaide Ashes Test

Dec 11, 2025

The former England cricketer Michael Atherton defended the Ben Stokes-led team for their trip to Noosa in Queensland despite being 2=- in the ongoing...

"He is an absolute champion": Atherton lauds Root on becoming England's leading run-getter in Tests

Oct 09, 2024

Former cricketer Michael Atherton heaped praise on Joe Root for becoming England's leading run-getter in Tests and called the 33-year-old an "absolute champion".

James Anderson brushes aside retirement rumours

Aug 10, 2020

Manchester [UK], Aug 10 : England pacer James Anderson on Monday dismissed his retirement rumours, saying he is still hungry to play more Test...