Winning young player award awesome – Baker

England and Hampshire fast bowler Sonny Baker described winning the PCA Young Player of the Year award as "awesome" while stating his focus remains on continuous improvement. The 23-year-old is the first Hampshire player to receive the honor, which is voted on by fellow professional players.

Baker experienced a standout 2026 campaign, winning The Hundred with Manchester Super Giants, reaching T20 Blast Finals Day, and making his Test debut against New Zealand. Following strong white-ball performances against Sri Lanka, Baker was recently named in England's squad for the upcoming ODI tri-series in Pakistan.