KIA 'V12' Samsung, which met again for the first time in 31 years, is about to be determined in the long run
Oct 19, 2024
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Immediately after the Samsung Lions were decided against the Korean Series on the 19th, coach Lee thought through the club that Samsung would become an opponent of the Korean Series as it won the first and second playoff games. LG players also felt a little tired after going through the semi-playoff" expressed his feelings. "In fact, I thought it would be a great match regardless of which team will be the opponent of the Korean Series."As the second-place team in the regular season has come up, I think it will be a more interesting game."," he added.
It is the first time in 31 years that KIA and Samsung have met in the Korean Series since 1993. At the time of Haitai, the Tigers were inferior with one win, one draw and two losses until Game 4, but later won three consecutive games and won for the seventh time.
The match is full of excitement from 31 years ago for Kia, and revenge for Samsung. The match is drawing keen attention from fans in that it is a showdown between two teams representing Honam region. KIA is overwhelming with 12 wins and 4 losses this season. However, no one knows the result in the Korean Series, which is a short-term match.
The first and second games of the Korean Series, the best-of-seven series, will be held from the 21st to the 22nd at Kia Champions Field in Gwangju, KIA's home. Games 3 and 4 will be held at Daegu Lions Park, Samsung's home, from the 24th to the 25th. If the game in Game 4 is not decided, Games 5 to 7 will be held in Gwangju from the 27th to the 29th. Manager Lee said "Gwangju and Daegu stadiums are smaller than Jamsil, so I think the game will be decided in terms of long-range hitting power. I think the batters' condition will be more important", he pointed out. "I will prepare well so that I can enjoy the joy of winning my 12th championship with my fans," he said.
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