◆ Pacific League: Orix Buffaloes vs. Rakuten Eagles (27th, Hotto Motto Kobe)

Rakuten Eagles Eagles catcher Tsuyoshi Ishihara experienced a mishap. In the bottom of the 4th inning with one out and the score tied 0-0, he attempted a sliding catch on a foul ball hit by Mori towards backstop, but was catch. It appears that part of his leg guard broke when he slid in, perhaps unable to withstand his officially reported weight of 96 kg. The game was temporarily suspended for "equipment replacement," but he continued to lead Kish well and closer the opposing team runs through the 4th inning.