Baseball is a team sport that involves bat-and-ball gameplay, played primarily between two teams of nine players each. The objective of the game is to score runs by hitting a pitched ball with a bat and then running around a series of bases arranged in a diamond shape on the field. The game is played on a field that includes an infield and an outfield, with a 90-foot distance between bases.
Each team takes turns playing defense and offense; while one team is at bat attempting to hit the ball and score runs, the other team fields, trying to prevent runs from being scored. The game is divided into innings, with each team having a turn to bat and a turn to field in each inning. The team with the most runs at the end of the game wins.
Baseball is known for its strategic elements, including pitching styles, batting techniques, and defensive formations. It has a rich history and is often referred to as “America’s pastime,” gaining popularity in various countries around the world, particularly in Japan, South Korea, and parts of Latin America.
Yoshiki Sano, a former pro baseball player from Matsuyama, is captivating the sports world once again. The 56-year-old, renowned for his unique “Pikkari” pitching style, bravely took to the mound…