WBSC Premier12 most-watched sports program of the year in Taiwan

The new WBSC Premier12 is generating record TV ratings in Taiwan, helping to further the sport of baseball’s stronghold in the territory

According to VideoLand Sports, the official broadcasting partner of WBSC Premier12, the 3.75 TV (cable) rating of the WBSC Premier12 opening game between Chinese Taipei and Netherlands on 9 Nov. was the highest-rated sports program of the year in Taiwan.

Ratings surged to 4.37 on Thursday night, as the nation’s attention turned to the thrilling battle between Chinese Taipei and Canada, shattering the viewership record set by the Premier12 on Monday.

Risking potential elimination from global baseball tournament, Chinese Taipei’s next contest is Saturday night against the popular Cuban National Team.

The pivotal match-up between world No. 3 Cuba and No. 4 Chinese Taipei at the 20,000-seat Intercontinental Stadium in Taichung is sold out.