[Softbank Hawks] Following a two-run lead-off homer, a brilliant play explodes! Center fielder Ukyo Shuto makes a fine catch while jumping near the wall, drawing a standing ovation from the entire stadium.

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Ukyo Shuto makes a fine catch on a ball hit by Shun Mizutani in the top of the third with no outs (Camera: Haruna Onitsuka)

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Softbank Hawks outfielder Ukyo Shuto showed off his impressive defense in the third inning.

At the top of the third inning, Mizutani hit a deep fly ball that threatened to go over center fielder Shuto's head. However, utilizing his speed, Shuto ran back in the shortest path toward the ball and jumped with perfect timing. Even as he collided with the wall, he held onto the ball he had caught, helping Moinelo. For this brilliant play, the entire stadium broke into applause every time the replay was shown on the screen.

He has been shining on both offense and defense, including hitting a go-ahead two-run home run in the first inning.

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[Softbank Hawks] Following a two-run lead-off homer, a brilliant play explodes! Center fielder Ukyo Shuto makes a fine catch while jumping near the wall, drawing a standing ovation from the entire stadium.