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

Fukuoka Softbank Kensuke Kondo player hit his 13th two-run homer.

In the bottom of the third inning, with the score tied 0-1, he had his second at-bat with two outs and a runner on first. count With the score at 2-1, runner advanced to second base on a bad throw off opposing starter Taichi Yamano pitcher, then immediately caught the next slider and carried it to the right field stands. With this single goal, the team succeeded in turning the game around.

Kondo had three Home Run in the previous match Hanshin Tigers match, including two Home Run on the 10th. He provided reliable support to the starting pitcher Yugo Maeda pitcher, who were on a three-game winning streak.

◇ Comment from Player Kondo
"The one I hit was slider. It was just a little off the bat, but I was able to swing through firmly and got the angle right. count I think it was because I was able to swing boldly because I had the advantage. I'm glad I was able to support Yugo."

Text by Rihoko Niwa