Josh Baker featured in 22 First-Class, 17 List A and eight T20 matches.
Baker became a professional cricketer at the age of 17 as he joined Worcestershire in 2021. The club described him as a “popular figure” within the squad.
“Josh turned professional with the Club in 2021 and quickly became a popular figure within the squad. More than his skills as a spin bowler, it was his vibrant spirit and infectious enthusiasm that endeared him to everyone he met. His warmth, kindness, and professionalism were remarkable, making him a true credit to his family and a loved member of our team,” Worcestershire said in a statement.
Ashley Giles, Worcestershire’s Chief Executive Officer, expressed his profound sadness, stating, “The news of Josh’s passing has left us all devastated. Josh was much more than a teammate; he was an integral part of our cricket family. We will all miss him terribly. All our love and prayers go out to Josh’s family and friends.”
In 22 First-Class matches, Josh Baker picked up 43 wickets. He also took 24 wickets in 17 List A matches and three scalps in eight T20 games. Baker also has 411 runs in First-Class cricket, 100 runs in List A and 14 runs in T20s to his name.
His last competitive match was this same week as he returned with the figures of 3/66 while playing for Worcestershire 2nd XI against Somerset in a Championship match.
Members of the cricket fraternity was left deeply saddened after hearing this tragic news and offered their condolences to the Josh Baker family.
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