Day 3 Results at WBSC Men’s World Cup Qualifier
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17:00 – Philippines 3, Mexico 1
PHI Triumphs Over MEX in a 3-1 Victory in Hermosillo
In a sun-drenched showdown in Hermosillo, PHILLIPINES managed to secure a 3-1 victory over host MEXICO. The game, which lasted just under two hours, was a display of strategic pitching and timely hitting, captivating the 600 fans in attendance.
The game started with both teams struggling to get on the scoreboard. PHI’s pitcher, Jehanz Maristela, was in fine form, keeping MEX hitters at bay with a mix of fastballs and breaking pitches. Maristela’s performance was crucial, as he pitched a complete game, allowing only 3 hits and 1 earned run while striking out 5.
PHI’s offense was led by Mark Joseph Quezon, who had a perfect day at the plate, going 3-for-3 with an RBI and a stolen base. Melvin De Castro also made significant contributions, hitting a double and scoring a run. Kenneth Torres and Denmark Bathan added to the offensive effort, with Bathan collecting two hits.
MEX’s lone run came from Edgar Daniel Lopez Delgado, who drove in a run with a single. Junior Alexis Flores Del Valle provided some spark with a double, but it wasn’t enough to overcome PHI’s pitching. Despite the loss, MEX’s pitcher, Jose Gustavo Valdez Chaparro, had an impressive outing, striking out 11 batters over 7 innings and allowing only 2 earned runs.
Key Moments:
- In the top of the 5th inning, PHI broke the deadlock with a run scored by Melvin De Castro, who doubled and was driven in by Mark Joseph Quezon.
- PHI added two more runs in the 6th inning, capitalizing on a couple of defensive miscues by MEX.
- MEX managed to score their only run in the bottom of the 6th inning, thanks to Edgar Daniel Lopez Delgado’s RBI single.
In a tightly contested game held in Hermosillo under sunny skies with a temperature of 40°C, the PHI team emerged victorious over MEX with a final score of 3-1. The game lasted 1 hour and 55 minutes and was attended by 600 spectators.
PHI Highlights:
- Mark Joseph Quezon was the standout player for PHI, going 3-for-3 with an RBI and a stolen base.
- Melvin De Castro contributed with a double and a run scored.
- Jehanz Maristela pitched a complete game, allowing only 3 hits and 1 earned run while striking out 5 batters over 7 innings.
MEX Highlights:
- Edgar Daniel Lopez Delgado drove in the only run for MEX.
- Junior Alexis Flores Del Valle hit a double.
- Jose Gustavo Valdez Chaparro pitched well despite the loss, striking out 11 batters over 7 innings and allowing 2 earned runs.
Jehanz Maristela’s stellar performance on the mound and PHI’s timely hitting were the keys to their victory. MEX, despite a strong pitching performance from Jose Gustavo Valdez Chaparro, couldn’t muster enough offense to challenge PHI’s lead.
Box Score Highlights:
- PHI: 3 runs, 8 hits, 1 RBI
- MEX: 1 run, 3 hits, 1 RBI
- Winning Pitcher: Jehanz Maristela (7.0 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 3 BB, 5 SO)
- Losing Pitcher: Jose Gustavo Valdez Chaparro (7.0 IP, 8 H, 2 ER, 1 BB, 11 SO)
At the conclusion of this game, both PHI and MEX stood at 1-2 in the standings, battling for the coveted 3rd place (wild card) spot. Australia is also at 1-2.
18:00 Venezuela 11, Czechia 2
Venezuela Dominates Czech Republic in Run-Ahead Rule Victory
In a decisive display of offensive prowess, Venezuela secured a run-ahead rule victory over the Czech Republic, ending the game after just four innings with a final score of 11-2. The game, held in Hermosillo under sunny skies and a scorching 41°C, showcased Venezuela’s dominance from the outset.
Venezuela’s offense was relentless, scoring eight runs in the first inning alone. Czech pitcher Jonáš Hajný struggled, allowing nine hits and eight earned runs in just one inning of work. His replacement, Lukáš Kubát, fared somewhat better but allowed two runs (one earned) over two innings.
Key Performances
- David Galeno Betancourt was the standout player for Venezuela, going 2-for-2 with a home run and three RBIs, contributing significantly to the team’s early lead.
- Carlos Villegas and Luis Ismael Osorio Leal each added a double, with Villegas also driving in a run.
- Engelbert Herrera hit a triple and drove in two runs, further extending Venezuela’s lead.
- Rafael Flores also had a notable performance, going 1-for-2 with two RBIs.
On the pitching side, Venezuela’s Maiker Josue Pimentel Sivira and Eudomar Toyo combined to hold the Czech Republic to just two runs. Pimentel Sivira pitched two innings, allowing two hits and striking out five, while Toyo pitched a perfect inning with one strikeout.
The Czech Republic’s offense was stifled by Venezuela’s pitching. Martin Magula was a bright spot, going 1-for-1 with a double and a run scored. However, the rest of the lineup struggled to make an impact, with only Jakub Vaší?ek managing a hit.
Venezuela’s record is now 3-0, and tied with the Dominican Republic. The two teams will square off at 9pm tonight (Friday night) in the feature game of the day, the battle of the unbeatens. Two teams enter (unbeaten), one team leave. (Read that with your best Tina Turner voice)