◆ Pacific League Softbank vs. Orix (22nd, Mizuho PayPay Dome)

Orix Buffaloes 'starting line-up has been announced. Aiming for their first series win in three series, Mune will start at third base, batting fifth, for the second consecutive game. The regular third baseman, who has the highest batting average of .413, 3 Home Run, and 13 RBI against Softbank Hawks in each series, will he be able to make his mark again today. Also, Tajima, who was added to the active roster for today, will be on standby bullpen. Will the ninth-year left-hander, who has started all 148 of his NPB games, make his first appearance in relief?

[Orix Buffaloes]

Number 1, Center Fielder: Watanabe

2nd batter, first baseman: Yamanaka

3rd batter/DH Nishikawa

Number 4, second baseman: Ota

Number 5, Third Baseman: So

Number 6, Left Fielder: Nakagawa

Number 7, right fielder Kita

Number 8, catcher Wakatsuki

Number 9, shortstop Kurebayashi

pitcher Katayama