English cricketer Josh Baker has passed away at the age of just 20. The player had grabbed everyone's attention with his brilliant bowling on the cricket field a day before his death. Due to the death of this player, the entire cricketing world is in mourning. A video of this player is also going viral on social media.
In which the player took 3 wickets while playing for Worcestershire in county cricket a day before his death. He bowled 20 overs in an innings. Meanwhile, 3 wickets were taken for 66 runs. He also dismissed Thomas for 47 runs. There is suspense about Baker's death. The club announced his death, but did not disclose how Baker died. Worcestershire chief executive Ashley Giles expressed her deep sadness at his death. He said everyone was shocked by the news of Josh's death.
Wales Cricket Board expresses condolences
The England and Wales Cricket Board has mourned the death of Josh Baker. The board expressed its condolences through social media. The county team has also expressed their condolences through social media. Worcestershire wrote on X: "Worcestershire County Cricket Club is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Josh Baker at the age of 20. We all share Josh's family's grief.
Career of Josh Baker
Talking about Baker's career, it has been impressive. Josh Baker made his first-class cricket debut in 2021. He also made his List A debut this year. He played his first T20 match in 2022. He has taken 43 wickets in 22 first-class matches. Baker's best performance in an innings is 4 wickets for 51 runs.
He has taken 24 wickets in 17 List A matches. Along with this, he has also played T20 matches. He has taken 3 wickets in 8 matches. Importantly, apart from batting, Baker has also excelled in bowling. He has scored 411 runs in first class matches. He has scored 2 half-centuries during this period.
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