The former England Under-19 player played twice in the Vitality County Championship last month.
The Pears said they were “devastated” by the loss of the former England Under-19 international, who was in action for the county’s second XI less than 24 hours before the shock news.
A statement read: “Worcestershire County Cricket Club is heartbroken to announce the untimely passing of Josh Baker, who was aged only 20 years old. “Plans to pay tribute to Josh will be made in consultation with his family and will remain private at this time. The club, along with Josh’s family, requests the respect of privacy as we mourn this immense loss. Further comments will not be provided during this sensitive period.”“The news of Josh’s passing has left us all devastated. Josh was much more than a team-mate; he was an integral part of our cricket family. We will all miss him terribly.
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