[Lotte] RIZIN fighter to throw out first pitch at game against Softbank Hawks on the 26th: "I feel the same way as when I step into the ring" | Pacific League

[Lotte] RIZIN fighter to throw out the first pitch at the game against Softbank Hawks on the 26th: "I feel the same way as when I step into the ring."

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June 24, 2026 12:49

Hiroya will throw out the ceremonial first pitch at Softbank Hawks game on the 26th (Photo provided by the team)

On the 24th, Lotte announced that Hiroya, a member of RIZIN FIGHTING FEDERATION, will be in attendance at their game against Softbank Hawks on the 26th (at ZOZO Marine Stadium) to throw the ceremonial first pitch.

Hiroya expressed his enthusiasm through the team, saying, "As a fighter, I am truly honored to have been invited to throw this ceremonial first pitch. Thank you so much for this unforgettable experience. I will put all my strength into this pitch, with the same feelings I have when I step into the ring!"

◆Hiroya (real name: Daiya Kondo). Born May 7, 1998. 28 years old. From Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture. A Japanese professional mixed martial artist (MMA) belonging to JAPAN TOP TEAM. In 2020, he passed the "Mikuru Asakura 1-Year Challenge" and moved to Tokyo, attracting attention with his passionate fighting style, mainly in RIZIN.

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