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Following Japan’s victory over the US at the World Baseball Classic this week, JAMES NALTON looks at the sport’s popularity across the world
Japan pitcher Yu Darvish celebrates with his teammates after defeating the United States in World Baseball Classic championship game, Tuesday, March 21, 2023, in Miami
JAPAN confirmed their place as the current dominant force in international baseball, winning the 2023 World Baseball Classic final against the United States in Miami on Tuesday night.
The final was a fitting end to the tournament which had proved extremely popular around the world, drawing TV viewers in their millions and creating some memorable sporting stories.
It also witnessed a historic semifinal clash between the United States and Cuba in Miami, during which there were anti-Cuba protests while members of the Cuban party were targets of hostility.
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