2024-05-03 07:55:02
(Web Desk) English county Worcestershire spin bowler Josh Baker has died at the age of 20. The cause of his death is not yet known.
Worcestershire County Chief Executive Ashley Giles said: “We are all deeply saddened by the death of Josh Baker. Josh Baker took three wickets in his last match against Somerset.
Worcestershire County Cricket Club is heartbroken to announce the untimely passing of Josh Baker, who was aged only 20 years old.
The love and prayers of everyone at the Club go out to Josh’s family and friends at this time.
— Worcestershire CCC (@WorcsCCC) May 2, 2024
It may be remembered that the left-handed batsman made his first-class debut in 2021, he played 47 matches in all formats and took 70 wickets. His death has also been mourned by Pakistani players.
Pakistani spinner Usama Mir, who plays for Worcestershire, said in his post on ‘X’ that Josh Baker’s death is sad and a blow, he was a good person and a great cricketer, really shocked to hear this news.
So sad and upset to hear the news of Josh’s passing. He was one of the nicest people you could meet. And a brilliant cricketer. Really devastated to hear this news????
— Usama Mir (@iamusamamir) May 2, 2024
Former Pakistan cricketer Umar Gill said: “I am deeply saddened to hear of the death of young Josh Baker. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and Worcestershire at this difficult time. May his memory bring peace and courage. will be the source.
“I’m deeply saddened to hear about the loss of young Josh baker. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and @WorcsCCC during this difficult time. May his memory be a source of comfort and strength.”
— Umar Gul (@mdk_gul) May 2, 2024
Former Pakistani cricketer Azhar Ali wrote, “Really saddened to hear this shocking news. Josh was a wonderful boy, always had a smile on his face.”
Really sad to hear this shocking news. Josh was a wonderful and bright boy always had a smile on his face.
— Azhar Ali (@AzharAli_) May 2, 2024
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Shaun Masood, the Pakistani batsman who led Yorkshire County in recent times, wrote, “Deeply shocked (to hear the news of Josh Baker’s death), best wishes to his family and the deceased.”
2024-05-03 07:55:02