Taiwan Defeats South Korea in World Top 12 Baseball Tournament
On November 13, 2024, the Taiwan baseball team faced South Korea in the first game of the Group B preliminaries at the Taipei Arena. The match attracted 34,528 fans, underscoring the excitement surrounding this event.
Zhang Yi, a key pitcher for Taiwan, previously played in the 2019 World Baseball Top 12. In that tournament, he pitched 13.2 scoreless innings against South Korea and secured two wins. This time, Zhang returned as a reliever and performed effectively, pitching 0.2 innings without allowing any runs.
After the game, Zhang expressed his nervousness but emphasized the team’s effort: “As long as we win, the fielders and pitchers put a lot of energy into this win,” he stated.
Starting pitcher Lin Yu-min also stood out with strong performances, helping Taiwan secure a 6-3 victory. Lin acknowledged his teammates’ support, noting their collective effort made a significant difference in the game.
The victory marks Taiwan’s impressive progress in the tournament, demonstrating their skill and determination against a tough opponent. The atmosphere in the arena was electric, and players were motivated by the support of the fans.
