Augustus Alexander Patrick ‘Gus’ Atkinson is a professional cricket bowler representing the English cricket team across all international formats. Born on January 12, 1998, in Surrey, England, Atkinson honed his skills with Surrey County Cricket Club, where his impressive performances in the County Championship and limited-overs formats caught the attention of selectors and cricket enthusiasts alike.
Atkinson's breakthrough came in 2023, when he was called up to represent England in white-ball cricket. His debut in the T20 format showcased his knack for taking wickets at crucial moments, earning him praise for his composure on the big stage.
Who are Gus Atkinson’s parents?
Gus Atkinson's parents are Edward Tom Atkinson and the late Caroline Atkinson.
Gus Atkinson’s mother
Caroline Atkinson is the late mother of English cricketer Gus Atkinson. According to the Telegraph, Caroline Atkinson was killed in a car accident in December 2020, when Gus was 22 years old. Caroline used to drive Gus from Bradfield College to Guildford for cricket practices when her husband moved to the UAE in 2010.
Gus Atkinson’s father
Edward Tom Atkinson is the father of Gus Atkinson. According to his LinkedIn profile, Atkinson graduated from Eastbourne College in 1984. Since then, he has been the owner and CEO of various climate and environmental firms. He held the position of Head of Waste and Energy at the Abu Dhabi National Energy Company from 2011-2014. He was also named as the Sustainability Advisor at the Dubai EXPO in 2020. As of February 2025, Atkinson has served as the founder and CEO of Padjet Consultancy since 2011 and the member of the Advisory Board of the Brightstone Middle East since 2015.
Who are Gus Atkinson’s siblings?
Gus Atkinson’s two siblings are his older sister Isobel Atkinson and a younger brother Barnaby Atkinson. Isobel Atkinson, often referred to as Izzie, is the elder sibling in the Atkinson family. According to her LinkedIn profile, Isobel graduated with a Master’s degree in Fashion journalism at the University of The Arts in London in 2021. As of February 2025, she has been working as a Freelance Fashion Assistant at Jigsaw.
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FAQs on Gus Atkinson
A. Gus Atkinson is a professional cricket bowler for the England Cricket team.
A. Gus Atkinson is unmarried, as of February 2025.
A. Gus Atkinson’s sister Isobel Atkinson, often referred to as Izzie, is the elder sibling in the Atkinson family.
A. In 2016, he moved to Adelaide, Australia where he trained at Darren Lehmann Cricket Academy.
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