14/07/2024 6 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group B: Argentina, New Zealand book tickets to Finals 2025

Argentina secured a ticket to the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Finals 2025 after a thrilling 6-5 victory over New Zealand in the Group B final. New Zealand, meanwhile, recovered from an early 1-0 deficit to defeat Canada 4-1 in the Repechage game, clinching the second ticket to the Finals 2025.

13/07/2024 1 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B Play-Offs schedule released

After four days of competition, Argentina clinched the No. 1 spot in the standings with a 5-0 record, followed by New Zealand with a 4-1 record. Both teams will play at 16:00 at Rotary Field with the winner punching their ticket to next year's Finals in Prince Albert. Canada and Singapore earned the third and fourth-place spots respectively, and will face each other in an elimination game at 13:00.

13/07/2024 5 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group B - Day 4: Argentina sweep Opening Round, set up final clash with New Zealand; Singapore, Canada in elimination game

With victories over Singapore and New Zealand, Argentina clinched first place in the Opening Round standings, relegating New Zealand to second. Argentina will compete in the final on Sunday at 16:00, with a ticket to the Finals 2026 at stake. The Play-Offs game for third and fourth placed teams is also set, with Canada and Singapore facing off in an elimination game on Sunday at 13:00.

12/07/2024 6 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group B - Day 3: Argentina, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore secure Play-Offs spots; matchups set on Saturday

Singapore stay in the Play-Offs hunt with back-to-back wins over Israel and Hong Kong, China. Argentina's Franco Ortellado hit three home runs against Hong Kong, China, securing his team's third consecutive win. New Zealand and Canada also clinched Play-Off spots with 4-0 and 2-2 records, respectively. Play-Offs matchups will be determined on Saturday.

12/07/2024 2 Minute Read

Ortellado explodes with three-homer game: 'I try to have the same approach in every at-bat'

Argentina's infielder Franco Ortellado delivered an historic performance in a 16-0 victory against Hong Kong, China, hitting three homers and driving in six runs. "I was calm before the game, maybe a bit of anxiety for my first start, but I was relaxed. It's great to have the opportunity to join the team and contribute with my teammates," he said.

11/07/2024 5 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup 2024 Group B - Day 2: Argentina, New Zealand remain undefeated; Hong Kong, China clinch first win since 2017; Canada split doubleheader

Argentina and New Zealand came out on top of the standings on Day 2 after winning their games against Israel and Canada, respectively. Hong Kong, China claimed their first World Cup win in seven years, while Canada had a win and a loss.

10/07/2024 5 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B Day 1: Argentina, New Zealand, Canada victorious on Opening Day

Prince Albert saw an exciting start to the WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B as former World Champions Argentina, New Zealand and Canada triumphed in their opening games on Wednesday. Argentina dominated Israel 8-0, New Zealand edged out Singapore 2-0, and Canada overwhelmed Hong Kong, China 7-1. Follow the action on GameTime as teams compete for two spots in the 2025 Finals.

09/07/2024 2 Minute Read

WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group B press conference: Teams excited, ready to compete in Prince Albert

All six head coaches expressed their enthusiasm for being in Prince Albert and their willingness to compete in the most important men's softball event in the world.