◇ Fukuoka Softbank vs Saitama Seibu Game 23 (17th, MIZUHO PayPay Dome)

Fukuoka Softbank showed an onslaught of 1 inning 7 points.

In the bottom of the second inning immediately after scoring one run, when the leadoff hitter Ryoya Kurihara reached base with a Walk, Hotaka Yamakawa and Kenta Tanigawara players created a good opportunity to bases loaded with no outs with hit. From two outs, Ukyo Shuto and Tatsuru Yanagimachi players pushed Walk in a row and succeeded in reversing. Still, with two outs and bases loaded, when a two-run timely hit to Taisei Makihara player, Akira Nakamura player hit a two-run timely triple from first and second base, and did not let go of the attack. In addition, Kurihara also had a timely hit, extending the lead to 7-1.

The Fukuoka Softbank batting line scored 4 runs in the bottom of the 3rd inning, and all starters achieved hit.

◇Makihara player's comment
"I hit it straight. I was cornered, but I was able to make good contact. It was good to be able to score a big timely hit and an extra run."

◇ Akira Nakamura Player Comment
"I hit a curveball, and Makihara's timely hit made me feel more comfortable and I was able to take the plunge. I'm glad it was a timely hit that came to an advantageous development. I want to concentrate on winning in a good way."

◇Kurihara player's comment
"I hit it straight, and it was the result of being able to take the plunge in a good flow. I will do my best to support you after this."

Text: Rihoko Niwa

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