Hampshire's fast bowler Sonny Baker has been praised for his exceptional talent, with a 'huge ceiling' for growth, after taking a five-wicket haul in the County Championship match against Somerset. The 23-year-old's impressive performance has further strengthened his case for an England call-up. Baker's captain, Ben Brown, lauded his young teammate, saying, 'Sonny was absolutely brilliant all game, and has been all season actually. I think he's got a huge ceiling as a bowler.' Baker's speed and skill have made him a nightmare for tailenders to face, with Brown noting that 'he's bowling absolute rockets at the moment.' With 13 wickets in the first three games of the County Championship at an average of 21.84, Baker's form could lead to his first England Test call-up against New Zealand on June 4.
Despite struggling in his international debut last summer, Baker has shown significant promise, particularly in the 2025 Hundred tournament, where he took nine wickets in seven matches and caught the attention of England's selectors. With a one-year central contract from England, Baker remains on the radar for 2026, and his recent performance has only reinforced his potential for a successful international career.