◆ Pacific League Softbank Hawks 1-2 Seibu Lions (August 8, Mizuho PayPay Dome)

Softbank Hawks outfielder Ukyo Shuto was replaced just before the first pitch. Nomura took over at shortstop, Kawase, who was playing shortstop, moved to second base, and Makihara Dai, who was playing second base, moved to center field.

The match began with an unexpected incident. Shuto had to be substituted in an emergency, but after the game, manager Kokubo explained Shuto's condition, saying, "It was an allergy, but the symptoms have subsided (now). He'll be fine tomorrow." He emphasized that it was nothing serious, adding, "He went to the hospital (during the match) and came back."