Sports

Taiwan’s Yang Sen wins two gold medals and sets a world record at the Reykjavik World Powerlifting Championships, while Lin Hsiang-chu claims bronze. Both athletes are preparing for the 2025 World Games in Chengdu, China.

Taichung City Government to Host Livestream Event for Premier12 Baseball Showdown Between Taiwan and Japan In a bid to unite baseball fans across the city, the Taichung City government is set to host a vibrant livestream party in front of City Hall on Saturday evening, where supporters can enjoy the highly anticipated Premier12 game between Team Taiwan and Samurai Japan. The event will provide an exciting alternative for fans who couldn't secure tickets to attend the game at the Taipei Dome. Livestream Event for Taiwan-Japan Premier12 Game With the Premier12 baseball tournament reaching its fever pitch, the Taiwan-Japan clash promises to be one of the most thrilling matchups of the year. However, with all 66,000 tickets for Team Taiwan’s games sold out — including Saturday's game against Japan and Sunday’s game against Australia — the Taichung City government is stepping in to provide fans with an opportunity to watch the action live in a festive atmosphere. The livestream party will begin at 3 p.m. on Saturday with a range of exciting pre-game activities, including a bustling food street, live music from local bands, cheerleader performances, and a chance for attendees to win prizes in a fun lottery. The official livestream of the game, which kicks off at 6 p.m. at the Taipei Dome, will be shown on large screens for the crowd to enjoy. This event is part of a two-day celebration, with another livestream party planned for Sunday’s game between Team Taiwan and Team Australia. Both events aim to bring the community together in a shared experience of cheering for Team Taiwan during this major international baseball competition. A Look at the Premier12 Matchup: Taiwan vs. Japan On the field, the Taiwan vs. Japan game is expected to be a fierce contest. Team Taiwan's Chen Po-ching (陳柏清) will take the mound against Japan’s Hiroto Saiki, who had an impressive 2024 season with the Hanshin Tigers in Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) league. Saiki’s three shutout performances this season have earned him a reputation as a formidable opponent, but Taiwan’s Chen Po-ching is determined to show his best form as well. Chen has previously expressed admiration for Taiwan's ace pitcher Lin Yu-min (林昱珉), and hopes to channel Lin's confidence in his own pitching. Saiki, in turn, is approaching the game with a competitive mindset, drawing from his experiences in Japan’s iconic Hanshin Koshien Stadium. He sees the Taipei Dome crowd as a challenge to his focus, saying, "It will feel great if I can quiet the home crowd with my pitching." Premier12 Tournament Status: Taiwan and Japan Lead Group Both Taiwan and Japan are in strong contention in the group stage of the Premier12 tournament. On Friday, Japan triumphed over South Korea with a 6-3 victory, moving into a tie with Taiwan at the top of the group with a 2-0 record. This means that Saturday’s game between Taiwan and Japan could have significant implications for the standings as both teams battle for supremacy in the tournament. Community Spirit and Fan Engagement The livestream party in Taichung isn’t just about watching the game — it's a celebration of the spirit of baseball and the local community. Following a successful livestream event on Nov. 13 at the plaza in front of the old Taichung County Council building in the city’s Fengyuan District, this weekend’s events are expected to be just as lively and engaging, drawing in fans of all ages. For those who are unable to attend the game in Taipei, the livestream party offers the perfect venue to gather with friends and family, enjoy great food, and cheer on Team Taiwan as they face off against their fierce rivals from Japan. Key Details of the Taichung Livestream Event Event Details Date Saturday, Nov. 18, 2024, starting at 3 p.m. Location Front of Taichung City Hall, Taichung Game Time Premier12 Taiwan vs. Japan, 6 p.m. Pre-Game Activities Food street, live music, cheerleader performances, and lottery Livestream Live broadcast of Taiwan vs. Japan game on large screens Follow-Up Event Livestream party for Team Taiwan vs. Team Australia on Sunday Tickets for Stadium All tickets for Taiwan's games sold out FAQs Q1: What time does the livestream party start in Taichung? A1: The livestream party will begin at 3 p.m. on Saturday, with pre-game activities like food stalls, live bands, and cheerleading performances. The actual game will start at 6 p.m. Q2: Where will the livestream event take place in Taichung? A2: The livestream party will be held in front of Taichung City Hall, offering fans a fun and festive environment to watch the Premier12 game between Taiwan and Japan. Q3: How can I watch the game if I can't attend in person? A3: You can join the livestream party in Taichung City or watch the game live on large screens at the event. There will also be a livestream party on Sunday for the Team Taiwan vs. Team Australia game. Q4: Are there any other events associated with the livestream party? A4: Yes, the event will feature live performances from local bands, cheerleader performances, a food street with various local treats, and a lottery for attendees. Q5: What other games are part of the Premier12 tournament this weekend? A5: In addition to the Taiwan vs. Japan game on Saturday, Team Taiwan will face off against Team Australia on Sunday. Both games are crucial for advancing in the Premier12 tournament.

Team Taiwan stays undefeated with a 2-1 victory over the Dominican Republic in a thrilling match at the 2024 WBSC Premier12. Key performances from Huang Tzu-peng and Chiang Kun-yu led the charge. Tags:

2024台玻台豐公開賽開打，泰國選手Youprayong與澳洲湯普森並列領先，台灣選手呂偉智與黃議增表現出色。詳情請點擊閱讀更多。

中華隊在2024世界棒球12強賽險勝多明尼加，取得2連勝。賽程、分組名單、售票資訊詳盡整理，為球迷帶來全面資訊。

Taiwan’s national baseball team beats South Korea 6-3 in the opening game of the 2024 WBSC Premier12, with a grand slam from Chen Chen-wei and strong pitching by Lin Yu-min.

Shohei Ohtani’s record-breaking 50th home run baseball will be displayed at Taipei 101, promoting baseball culture in Taiwan. The exhibition is part of a broader effort to support the sport’s growth.

Lin Yun-ju, Taiwan’s top male table tennis player, was defeated 4-0 by Lin Shidong in the semifinals of the WTT Champions Frankfurt. Read about his performance and what’s next.