◇ Fukuoka Softbank vs Saitama Seibu Lions 14th Round (2nd, MIZUHO PayPay Dome)

Saitama Seibu Lions Kazunari Ishii hit his fourth solo home run to take the lead.

The top of the second inning was tied 0-0. Kazunari Ishii, starting as the fifth batter second baseman, came to bat with one out. count After a 2-1 run, he returned a fastball from the opposing starter, Ryosuke Otsu pitcher, and the ball went to left-center field. The long-range ball reached the stands, giving him the lead, his fourth solo homer.

Saitama Seibu Lions, who had lost shutout game in the same matchup, took the lead this time thanks to a single goal from Ishii.

◇ Ishii's Comment
"I hit it fast. I swung the bat with the mindset of getting on base, and the ball flew at a good angle. I'm glad we were able to score the first run."

Text by Aoi Nemoto