[Japan Series] Softbank 's Kensuke Kondo played the full game in his return, RBI two hit one RBI. "I'll do my best to do my job when I get the chance." | Pacific League League.com

[Japan Series] Softbank 's Kensuke Kondo played the full game in his return, with two hit and one RBI "I'll do my best to do my job when I get the chance."

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2025.10.25(土) 23:08

◆SMBC Japan Series 2025 Game 1: Softbank 1-2 Hanshin Tigers (25th, Mizuho PayPay)

Softbank outfielder Kensuke Kondo played the full game as the No. 4 batter and designated RBI, finishing with two At Bat and one RBI in four at-hit. Although he was unable to lead the team to win in the first game as the team's main batter, he missed the final stage of the CS due to pain in his left side. He returned to the lineup for this series and immediately made his presence felt.

Hanshin Tigers In the 8th inning with a one-run lead, he hit a wall direct hit doble to left field from Oikawa, the second-leading left fielder, Hanshin Tigers with no one on base runner in the first inning.

After the game, he looked ahead and said, "I'm here thanks to the hard work of my seniors and juniors. I just want to do my best when I get the chance. I did my rehabilitation in preparation for the Japan Series, and everyone helped us win (the CS). I'm really grateful for that. It's a short-term battle, so I'll switch gears and do my best again tomorrow. (Hanshin Tigers) has amazing support. They're a well-balanced team, with good starting and reliever. I think we'll continue to have games like today where the score is one point difference, but I want to do my best to make the most of every opportunity."