On June 13, in the second round of the 'Nippon Life Central-Pacific League Interleague 2026' between Saitama Seibu Lions and The Giants held in Belluna Dome, Saitama Seibu Lions lost 1-2.

Starting pitcher Chihiro Sumida pitcher gave up the lead in the top of the first inning, but immediately after, in the bottom of the first, he Yuto Koga A timely hit from the player was made, quickly tying the game. However, in the top of the second inning, pitcher Sumida gave up Richard's first solo homer, giving up the lead. He then showed a calm pitch, including two pickoff outs, and recorded complete game with 115 pitches, 6 hit no walks Hit by Pitch 13 strike out 2 runs over 9 innings.

The lineup wanted to respond to strong pitching but couldn't keep up with the opposing starter, Whitley pitcher. In the bottom of the 7th, when the relievers started, Shinya Hasegawa created a chance with a doble, but couldn't get another hit. The match remained scoreless and ended 1-2. Their winning streak ended at six.

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Giants: Whitley - Tanaka Eito - Osei - S Martinez
Nishi ● Chihiro Sumida

Written by Kai Nagi Niwa