"We can't believe we beat Japan" The whole country made history when Taiwan won the championship."
Nov 25, 2024
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Taiwan's national baseball team defeated Japan in the final of WBSC 'Premier 12' held at Tokyo Dome, Japan on the 24th, winning 4-0. Taiwan has lost three games until the Super Round. However, they beat the U.S. and Venezuela to face Japan in the final based on the TQB (scoring/offensive innings)-(loss/defensive innings) method. On the other hand, Japan continued to win 27 consecutive international competitions and winless in this 'Premier 12'.
But when I opened the lid of the final, it was a complete victory for Taiwan. At least in the final, Taiwan dominated Japan. Starting pitcher Lin Yu-min's four scoreless innings and second pitcher Jang Yi's three scoreless innings made the Japanese batters completely silent.
The fielders cleared the opponent's ball with a good defense with perfect defensive concentration, and took advantage of only one chance in the fifth inning. Following Lin Ja-jeong's first solo home run against the Yomiuri Giants' 「Ace" Dogo Shosei, Chun Je-chen's three-run home run hit, drawing the atmosphere at once. Taiwanese players, who felt the victory when Chen Jie-hsien's home run hit, poured out to the front of the ground and were excited and delighted. A perfect win without losing a point until the end.
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Of course, Taiwan is in a festive mood. The final match against Japan was led by the government in downtown Taipei. Thousands of citizens gathered to cheer on the large electronic display, and when the championship was confirmed, the entire city was enthusiastic. Some citizens were caught in tears by foreign media.
Taiwan, where the Professional Baseball League (CPBL) is located, is a hot country for baseball, but it is also true that it suffered a stagnation as it failed to produce results in recent international competitions. However, winning this championship, and even winning the championship against Japan, is expected to be a catalyst that ignites the baseball fever.
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Taiwan's media is also spreading the local atmosphere by pouring out 'Premier 12' winning articles. Chen Jie-hsien, the winner of the MVP of the tournament, said, `When we advanced to the final, many Taiwanese fans came to Tokyo Dome to support us. I don't think the atmosphere at Tokyo Dome today is behind Taipei Dome"With this victory, I want to tell Taiwanese baseball fans to continue to love us and support us." I think this is the most important moment in Taiwanese baseball history. Not only can the world see the potential of Taiwanese baseball, but it can also instill tremendous confidence in our young national team. I want to tell you that if you dare to challenge yourself, you will be able to do it" touched me with a message after winning the championship.
youll@sportschosun.com
