◆Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026 Orix Buffaloes 3-1 Chunichi (May 30, Kyocera Dome Osaka)

Orix Buffaloes won a close game, ending their two-game losing streak. The momentum for the decisive victory was sparked by Kurebayashi, who started at shortstop and batted third. In the first inning, with one out and a runner on second base, he connected with Ohno's two-seam two seam fastball on a 1-1 count, sending a team-high sixth home run of the season, a game-winning two-run shot to left field. In the sixth inning, with the score 2-1, Yamanaka hit an RBI single to center field with two outs and a runner on second base.

Starting pitcher Tajima earned his second win of the season, runs only one run on five hit over six innings while strike out four. He threw 79 pitches, mixing his fastest 146 km/h fastball with a variety of breaking ball, and won the left-handed showdown against Chunichi 's Ohno. From the seventh inning onwards, Teranishi, Mukunoki, and Machado pitched scoreless runs. If these three continue to pitch in relief, the team will win all five games. Machado extended his own club record with 13 consecutive saves, recording his 15th save of the season.