Summary
Paul and Lisa Baker reflect on their memories of their late son Josh while attending the Ashes cricket series in Australia. Josh, who was passionate about cricket, died at 20 due to a heart condition. Despite their loss, the Bakers continue to find comfort in watching cricket, especially games involving Josh's former teammates.
Key Facts
- Josh Baker, a former cricket player for Worcestershire, died at age 20 from a heart condition.
- Josh's parents, Paul and Lisa, are attending the Ashes series in Australia, a place with special memories of Josh.
- Paul and Lisa first attended the Ashes series in Australia when Lisa was pregnant with Josh.
- Josh's former teammates, Josh Tongue and Jacob Bethell, played in the current Ashes series.
- The Bakers have a history of hosting Australian cricket players and Josh played cricket in Sydney before his death.
- Lisa said viewing cricket memories on her phone is both comforting and heartbreaking.
- The Bakers met Jacob Bethell in a bar in Noosa, where they caught up with his performance in the Ashes.
- Paul has longstanding cricket ties, having played with Josh Tongue's father and shared cricket experiences with his son.
