Baker, a former England Beneath-19, got here by way of at Somerset earlier than becoming a member of Hampshire over the winter. He was known as up for the England Lions tour of Australia, making his first-class debut in opposition to Australia A within the closing tour match and ending with figures of three for 60.
His performances, which additionally included a match haul of 5 for 71 in opposition to a Cricket Australia XI, caught the attention of Lions head coach, Andrew Flintoff, with the ECB subsequently placing him on contract till September.
“It has been an absolute pleasure to see Sonny thrive over the winter,” Flintoff stated. “He and I are very completely different in character and character, but it surely has been a delight to see the delight he takes in sporting the Three Lions, the power he brings to each ball, and the theatre and magic he creates on the pitch.
“His professionalism and dedication to each facet of his recreation are an instance to all. Sonny has a vibrant future forward, and we look ahead to persevering with to work with him and Hampshire over the approaching years.”
