◆Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026 Softbank Hawks 6-2 Hanshin Tigers (10th, Mizuho PayPay)

Softbank Hawks 's Kondo sealed the game with two consecutive home runs. He hit a go-ahead solo homer in the 5th inning, and then in the 7th inning with one out and a runner on second, he hit his 12th home run of the season, a two-run shot to right field. "It turned out to be the best possible result," he said happily. His right ankle, which was hit by Hit by Pitch in the game against DeNA on the 5th (Yokohama), is not in perfect condition, but he returned for the game against Hanshin Tigers on the 9th (Mizuho PayPay Dome). He's had a spectacular performance with three home runs in two games.

Starting from the Nippon-Ham game before interleague play, they have six consecutive winning records. Central League Aiming for a complete victory, only Yakult races remain. A powerful lineup centered around the genius hitter. He dominated last year's Central champions Hanshin Tigers, scoring 9 Home Run in two matches. "Don't listen to Kondo's batting. I can't comment. The level is just too different..." even coach Kokubo expressed his respect.

He struggled in the WBC, going hit in 13 At Bat, but he's finally showing his true potential. "We're in a position to aim for the championship, so I want to do my best in the remaining four games (of the interleague series)," he promised the fans with conviction on the podium. With four consecutive wins, they maintain their lead in the interleague series. They are getting closer to their 10th championship, the most among the 12 teams. (Koichiro Shimao)