Isami Nomura is in good form, hitting back-to-back home run for the first time in three games and hit streak to six games.

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Fukuoka Softbank Hawks player Isami Nomura © Pacific League TV
Fukuoka Softbank Hawks player Isami Nomura © Pacific League TV

◇ Fukuoka Softbank vs Tokyo Yakult "Nippon Life Central-Pacific League Interleague 2026" Second Round (13th, MIZUHO PayPay Dome)

Isami Nomura Fukuoka Softbank player hit Home Run in two consecutive at-bats.

In the bottom of the sixth inning with a one-run lead, he entered his third at-bat as leadoff hitter, swinging through the second pitch of opposing starter Taichi Yamano pitcher and sending it to the back screen. Then, in the bottom of the seventh inning, with one out and a runner on first, he had his fourth at-bat. Against the third pitcher, Reishi Ozawa pitcher, he caught the slider from full count and hit the ball to the left stands. He scored another run with a big shot.

Nomura is in good form for six consecutive matches with hit mid-season. On the 9th, in the Hanshin Tigers game, he hit Home Run in two consecutive at-bats, greatly contributing to the team's win.

◇ Comment from player Nomura (Third solo home run in the bottom of the 6th)
"The one I hit was two seam fastball. I just focused on creating chances and going all out. The result became a major home run and the best possible result. It's been a while since I tried the 'ozone layer destruction method.' (A metaphor for Nomura's signature gag, saying it was such a powerful blow) Anyway, I'll keep working hard to turn it into a win."

◇ Comment from Player Nomura (4th homer in the bottom of the 7th inning, 2-run homer)
"I was able to capture the slider perfectly. Just like in my previous at-bat, I decided to go all out and swing my own ball. home run, I was able to add points and contribute to a good development, which was great. Once again, it's the 'ozone layer 、、、.'"

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Isami Nomura is in good form, hitting back-to-back home run for the first time in three games and hit streak to six games.