◇Saitama Seibu Lions vs. Fukuoka Softbank 7th game (4th, Belluna Dome)

Fukuoka Softbank In the first game of the season Ryoya Kurihara The first two runs came in the top of the 6th inning, when we were behind by 10 runs.

In the top of the 6th inning, we were behind by 10 runs. Kensuke Kondo After the first batter doble reached base, Kurihara went to bat with one out. count On the fourth pitch from 1-2, he caught the opposing starter and hit a ball to the right field side of the plate. Shinya Sugai pitcher breaking ball The ball landed in the middle of the light stand.

Since the beginning of May, Kurihara has been in good form with 3 Home Run in four games. He is leading the batting lineup with a .289 batting average, second in the league with 8 Home Run.

Comment from Kurihara
I was behind in the game, but I managed to get one hit and concentrated on it. I think I was able to swing well.

Written by Aoi Nishijima