Hong Kong, China entered the seventh inning with a two-run deficit, but a Wing Hin Ng two-run single capped a four-run rally to grab the win.

The managers of Australia, Canada, Hong Kong-China, Korea, Mexico and USA spoke about the tournament and their expectations during the pre-tournament press conference in Thunder Bay.

Owners of six medals each in this competition, Canada and USA lead off the tournament as the favourites to clinch a ticket to the Finals next year.

Located along the northwest shoreline of Lake Superior, the city takes its name from the bay at the head of Lake Superior and is considered the sunniest city in eastern Canada.

The premier women’s baseball competition returns after five years with a renovated competition system. All Women’s Baseball World Cup games will be played in seven innings.

The IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group A will be played from 8 to 13 August in Thunder Bay, Canada.

Check out the key numbers for the IX WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup ahead of the Group Stage, which opens on 8 August in Thunder Bay, Canada.

A tournament pass for $15.99 (US dollars) will give subscribers access to all 30 games of this year’s Group Stage.

“We are really happy with the group of players that have been selected to represent Canada in Thunder Bay,” said Women’s National Team Manager Anthony Pluta.

The roster includes five rookies and 15 players who helped the US win the 2022 friendship series with Canada. Veteran Anna Kimbrell will represent her country internationally for the 11th time.