Ben Stokes sent a touching text message to Josh Baker when the pair faced off in county cricket, two years before the young star’s tragic death.
England captain Ben Stokes sent a heartfelt text message to Josh Baker prior to his death as tributes pour in for the young cricketer .Baker, then 18, was hit for five sixes by the England captain – but in a touching gesture, Stokes asked for the spinner’s phone number to send him a message wishing him well after the game.England captain Ben Stokes and County cricketer Josh Baker .
“More than his skills as a spin bowler, it was his vibrant spirit and infectious enthusiasm that endeared him to everyone he met. “We extend our best wishes to Josh’s family and friends, to everyone who knew and loved him, and to everyone at Worcestershire CCC.”
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