◆Pacific League: Orix Buffaloes vs. Seibu Lions (8th, Kyocera Dome Osaka)

Orix Buffaloes infielder Masahiro Nishino was utilized as the 'number 7 DH,' marking his first appearance in the starting line-up since the Softbank Hawks game on August 22 (Mizuho PayPay Dome). Depending on the outcome, a failure to win the championship for the third consecutive year could be decided. The 36-year-old, the oldest fielder on the team, will expand the offensive patterns.

Starting pitcher Jerry is currently on a five-game losing streak. The team needs to show their spirit and deliver a victory to the fans at their home stadium.

Orix Buffaloes starting line-up is as follows:

1 (Left) Nishikawa

2 (1) Yamanaka

3 (2) Ota

4 (RF) Kita

5 (Play) Beni Hayashi

6(3) Religion

7 (D) Nishino

8 (C) Hori

9 (middle) Watabe

Starting Pitcher: Jerry