◆ Pacific League Softbank Hawks vs. Orix Buffaloes (23rd, Mizuho PayPay Dome)

Orix Buffaloes ・ Koji Oshiro infielder will start at “No. 2, second base.” In the game against the Seibu Lions on the 20th (Belluna Dome), he batted “No. 2, DH” and went 3 At Bat with no hits hit. This versatile player—capable of bunting, stringing hits together, and occasionally hitting for power—will team up with Yuma Mune infielder to form the No. 1-No. 2 batting combination.

The starting pitcher Ryuhei Sotani. He has made sure his condition, including his left elbow, is perfect and will be aiming for his first win in his third game since returning.

The following is the Orix Buffaloes starting line-up.

1 (3) Sect

2 (2) Ojo

3 (D) Nishikawa

4 (1) Ota

5 (Play) Beni Hayashi

6 (right) Kurita

7 (Left) Nakagawa

8 (middle) Mugi Valley

9 (captured) young month

Starting pitcher: Soya