On June 2 at 6:00 p.m., the first round of the "Nippon Seimei Central Japan-Pakistan Exchange Game 2026" will be played at Vantelin Dome between Chunichi and Fukuoka Softbank.

Chunichi The game will start at 6:00 p.m. on June 2 and will be played at Fukuoka Softbank.

Preliminary Round
Chunichi: Mara pitcher 5 games, 1 win, 2 losses, ERA 2.70
Fukuoka Softbank Ryosuke Otsu pitcher 5-1 in 8 games, ERA 1.33

Fukuoka Softbank... Ryosuke Otsu pitcher is currently Pacific League second in ERA with a 1.33, and has been pitching well this season with a QS% of 100%. Chunichi This will be his first matchup as a starter, but he will be looking to make a strong showing and bring win back to the team in first place in the Central League.

Also, the Tomoya Masaki Since joining the team on May 15, the players have hit .357 with a 3 Home Run 10 RBI batting average in 14 games. Will he be able to lead the batting lineup as the No. 1 hitter player on this day as well?

Text by Kainagi Niwa