◆ Pacific League: Softbank Hawks vs. Seibu Lions (August 2nd, Mizuho PayPay)

Seibu Lions took the lead with a home run by infielder Kazunari Ishii.

In the bottom of the second inning, with one out and the score tied 0-0, he swung with all his might at a 147 km/h fastball from opposing starter Otsu, sending the ball soaring into the front row of the left-center field stands for his fourth home run of the season, giving his team the lead. "I swung the bat with the intention of getting on base, and as a result, the ball flew at a good angle. I'm glad I was able to score the first run," he said with a smile.

The team was on a four-game losing streak, tying their longest losing streak of the season, before the game. This home run was the team's first run in 28 inning, and it helped to break the losing streak.