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.

"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".

"Don't feel too strongly about being critical": Atherton on England's performance against India

Feb 27, 2024

Former England cricketer Michael Atherton feels it is hard to be too "critical" of the Three Lions' performance against India following their Test series...

"He looked completely nerveless": Michael Atherton praises debutant Shoaib Bashir

Feb 03, 2024

India and England are locking horns in the second Test at Visakhapatnam. Bashir had an impressive day as he got the prized scalp of...

"Amazing player to watch": Atherton impressed by Brook's swift attack

May 23, 2025

Former England cricketer Michael Atherton is mesmerised by "amazing player" Harry Brook's enchanting outing with the bat on the second day of the one-off...

Former England cricketer Atherton suggests India to go with three-spinner combination in Manchester

Jul 19, 2025

Former England cricketer Michael Atherton weighed in on the possible tweaks that India can make for the fourth Test in Manchester and suggested a...