Worcestershire left-arm spinner Josh Baker dies at the age of 20, leaving the English cricket community in shock.
“Worcestershire County Cricket Club (CCC) is heartbroken to announce the untimely passing of Josh Baker, who was aged only 20 years old,” Worcestershire CCC announced in a statement on Thursday.
Josh became a professional player for the club in 2021 and quickly became a popular member of the team. More than his skill as a spin bowler, it was his vibrant spirit and contagious enthusiasm that endeared him to everyone he met.
His warmth, kindness and professionalism were amazing and made him a true credit to his family and as a beloved member of our team.
Worcestershire chief executive Ashley Giles shared her deep sadness and said: Josh was more than just a teammate. He was an integral part of our cricket family. ” We will all miss him very much. All our love and prayers go out to Josh’s family and friends.
The statement from Worcestershire was a reminder of Baker’s popularity within the team. “More than his skill as a spin bowler, it was his vibrant spirit and contagious enthusiasm that endeared him to everyone.
“His warmth, kindness and professionalism were wonderful and a great asset to his family and A true credit to him as a beloved member of our team.
“The club is committed to supporting Josh’s family, friends and colleagues at this extremely difficult time.” We are united in our grief and determined to honor his memory in a manner befitting the great man he was.
Plans to honor Josh will be made in consultation with his family and will remain confidential at this time. The club joins Josh’s family in mourning this immense loss and asks that their privacy be respected. “We have no further comment at this sensitive time,” he added.