An exhibition game between Orix Buffaloes and Hanshin Tigers will be held at Kyocera Dome Osaka on March 20th at 6 PM.

For Orix Buffaloes, Ryoto Kita Kida has been in good form, with 5 hit in 14 At Bat-bats over 8 exhibition games, for a batting average of .357. Although he hasn't hit Home Run yet, he has recorded doble and one triple among his 5 hit, showcasing his power. In his sixth professional season, he will be looking to maintain this form to secure a starting position on opening starting line-up for the first time in three years since 2023.