◆ Seibu Lions Pacific League: extra inning 1-1 Rakuten Eagles (12 innings) (May 5th, Belluna Dome)

Rakuten Eagles The batting line extra inning took 16 struck out over 12 innings, which was the same each time. Seibu Lions Hirara gave up 12 Ks in 8 innings, and Iwashiro, Shinohara, Kaino, and Ramirez each gave up 1 inning to 1 struck out. Still, we were able to pull out a draw, which is as good as a win.

Manager Hajime Miki spoke positively about not being able to overcome Taira, saying, "He pitched very well, but I think there will be more opportunities. We will use today's experience as a stepping stone."

This was the first tie in professional baseball this season across both the Central and Pacific Leagues.