Overview

• After a costly ODI debut at Headingley, Baker conceded 76 in seven wicketless overs against South Africa, the most by an England debutant.
• Baker has framed the experience as a lesson, summarising his review as “s*** happens” and leaning on a long-held habit of detailed bowling notes.
• Senior teammates offered support during and after the match, with Jofra Archer checking on his composure and Harry Brook engaging him on his reflections.
• Rain washed out Friday’s second T20 in Malahide, where Baker had been told he was back in the XI, leaving today’s series finale as his next opportunity if selected.
• Live coverage from Dublin reports sunshine and a full match expected, increasing the likelihood of Baker’s long-awaited T20 chance.