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Japan's statement 9-3 victory over the Italians at the Tokyo Dome on Thursday sent 41,723 screaming fans in attendance into raptures.
Their undefeated run to the semifinals only strengthened their case of possibly being the best team in the competition, with fans vouching for a Japanese victory at this year's World Baseball Classic.
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With them due to face the Mexicans in the semifinals on Monday, March 20, at 19:00 ET, baseball fans took to Twitter to predict the winner, and there were no surprises with that one. It was primarily Japan all the way.
This fan predicts an easy win for Japan, and while many won't be surprised, Japan's imposing run throughout the classic really makes them stand out.
While 'right' might seem too harsh, the general opinion seems to side with the Japanese. The outfit looks well-oiled and ready to go for it all.
The Javier Assad vs Shohei Ohtani matchup will surely be a mouthwatering clash. The Chicago Cubs rookie has been in fine form at the championships and will give the Japanese a run for their money. Now what's left to be seen is who ends up on top.
It would be a pretty sweet win for the Mexicans to be honest, and while they have nothing to lose, get ready to see the Mexicans give it their absolute all come this Monday against the Japanese.
Stunning comeback from Mexico leaves the Puerto Ricans stunned
The Mexicans beat the Puerto Ricans earlier today to advance to the semifinal round for the first time in their WBC history.
The Mexicans calmly held their nerve and closed out the game, chipping away slowly at the monstrous 4-0 lead the Puerto Ricans took in the first inning. The game turned on its head in the seventh inning with the Mexicans surging ahead with 3 RBIs in two at-bats.
" ¡VIVA MÉXICO! They comeback to secure the W and advance to the WBC Semifinal," FOX Sports: MLB, Twitter
The Mexicans then held on to their one-point lead late into the game to earn themselves a 5-4 win.
