Lotte's Andre Jackson will start in the game against Hiroshima on the 26th.

Jackson commented through the team, "Interleague play is very special, and I think it's very important because teams that perform well in interleague play can ride that momentum and play well afterward. That's why I want to do my best to help the team win the first game tomorrow. I have experience playing against various Central League teams, so I'm looking forward to the rematches, and there are many good hitter, so I've got their tendencies and strategies in mind. I want us all to fight together as one, and I would be happy if I could do my best with my hitting and pitch and it would work out well."

Jackson has pitched 49 2/3 innings in 8 games this season, with a record of 2 wins and 5 losses and ERA of 4.35. In his last start against Seibu Lions, he was lose pitcher, giving up 3 runs in 6 innings.