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Korea vs Japan at APBC 2026 baseball
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- Background
Japan beat Korea in the final of the 2023 APBC at Tokyo Dome
The 2023 Asia Professional Baseball Championship at Tokyo Dome ended with Japan defeating Korea in the final of the four-team event.
- Background
Korea's losing run against Japan in pro-player tournaments continues
South Korea kept losing to Japan in international baseball tournaments with professional players, including the 2024 Premier12, stretching a long streak.
Korea tries to end an 11-game losing streak to Japan at Tokyo Dome
South Korea faces Japan on 13 November at the APBC in Tokyo, hoping to break an 11-game losing streak in events with pro players. Two 2003-born sluggers lead the way.