'Korean-Japanese Baseball Legends' Finally Face Off in Seoul, 3rd Edition to Be Held at Gocheok Dome on December 5

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Korean and Japanese baseball legends will finally face off in Seoul.

Rico Sports Agency announced on the 18th that the 'Korea-Japan Dream Players Game' will be held at Seoul Gocheok Sky Dome on December 5. This marks the first time the third edition of the tournament is being held in Korea.

Oh Seung-hwan (former Samsung), who participated in the tournament after retiring last year, said, "I am very happy and honored to be able to participate in the Korea-Japan Dream Players Game again. Last year, with the passionate interest and support of many fans, we were able to create special memories, making it a meaningful time." He added, "Since this year's event is being held in Korea, I look forward to sharing more memories with domestic fans."

Previously, the 1st and 2nd editions were held at Escon Field in Hokkaido, Japan. Team Korea, under the command of manager Kim In-sik, featured legendary Korean baseball stars including Lee Jong-beom, Oh Seung-hwan, Kim Tae-gyun, Jung Geun-woo, Lee Dae-ho, and Yoon Seok-min. Team Japan, led by manager Tatsuhiro Hara, included legendary players such as Hiroto Masui, Michihiro Ogasawara, Koji Uehara, and Yoshio Itooi.

With sold-out seats for two consecutive years, Japan won 10-6 in 2024, while Korea won 7-1 in 2025. The MVP of the 1st edition was Japan's Yoshio Itooi, and the 2nd edition's MVP was Korea's Lee Dae-ho.

Rico Sports Agency stated, "We are deeply moved to be able to present the Korea-Japan Dream Players Game, which was successfully held in Japan for two consecutive years, in front of Korean baseball fans this year. As this is the first time the event is being held in Seoul, we will do our best to meet the expectations of Korean fans."

The lineup of players for the 'Korea-Japan Dream Players Game 2026', detailed programs, and ticket sales schedule will be announced sequentially at a later date.

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