England under-19 left-arm spinner Josh Baker died at the age of 20.
According to Daily Mail, the tragic news was revealed when Baker’s club, Worcestershire County Cricket Club, issued a statement on Thursday.
The club paid tribute to the 20-year-old cricketer, stating, “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."
As per Mail Sport, the English cricketer was found dead in his apartment by a friend after he didn’t show up for the match on the third day of his club’s match against Somerset.
The England and Wales Cricket Board took to X (previously Twitter) to express their condolences to family and friends.
The board wrote in a post, “The ECB is desperately sad to learn of the passing of Josh Baker. This is devastating news. We extend our best wishes to Josh's family and friends, to everyone who knew and loved him, and to everyone at Worcestershire CCC.”
Moreover, Baker made his first-class debut in 2021 and played 47 matches in all formats, taking 70 wickets.
Before his death, he was playing County Cricket, and just a few hours before his death, he took three wickets in his last match.
