◇ Fukuoka Softbank vs. Hokkaido Nippon-Ham "2025 PERSOL Climax Series Pa" Final Stage Game 6 (20th, MIZUHO PayPay Dome)

Fukuoka Softbank of the "2025 PERSOL Climax Series Pa" Final Stage Akira Kawase The first batter hit the winning run in the bottom of the 5th inning.

With the score at 1-1 in the bottom of the 5th inning, the leadoff hitter Hotaka Yamakawa Walk, with two outs. Taisei Makihara The first run scored by the second run of the inning, Ukyo Shuto After two outs, the first runner Fukuoka Softbank and the second runner hit back-to-back singles to set up an opportunity for bases loaded to win the game. Kawase got up to bat in the bottom of the 5th inning, and the opposing starter Kota Tatsu pitcher Kawase, who was batting here, caught the third pitch fork that was sweetly thrown by the opposing starter. He showed his guts on the basepaths in response to being used for the first time in three games.

Comment from Kawase
I hit fork. I couldn't make the most of the chance I had in the previous at bat, so I was determined to make the most of this opportunity. I was able to go all out, and I think that led to this timely hit. I will definitely win this game with all my heart as one."

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