◆Mynavi All-Star Game 2026: Central League 5-7 Pacific League (July 28, Tokyo Dome)

Nippon-Ham outfielder Chusei Mannami won the MVP award for his outstanding performance, which included the game-winning hit and four hit with two RBI.

He started starting line-up as the leadoff hitter and right fielder. In the first inning, he hit a single to center hit, and in the fifth inning, with no outs and a runner on second, he hit a timely single to right field, giving his team the lead. In the seventh inning, with two outs and a runner on second, he hit a timely triple that hit the right field wall. He had a spectacular performance. This is his second time receiving the award since 2023. "This is seriously the best. I was on a straight path to becoming MVP," he exclaimed, overflowing with joy.

After hitting the go-ahead RBI in the fifth inning, the possibility of winning MVP had been on his mind. "From the moment I hit the go-ahead RBI, I was hoping everyone else would strike out (laughs)," he revealed jokingly, drawing laughter from the crowd.