Puerto Rico vs. Mexico: Score, key moments, heroes, and villains in historic comeback

World Baseball Classic Quarterfinals: Puerto Rico v Mexico
Puerto Rico vs. Mexico WBC 2023

Team Mexico has advanced to the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic with an extraordinary performance against Puerto Rico, winning 5-4 in the quarterfinals. Mexico's victory was achieved with a remarkable comeback in the seventh inning, scoring three runs to secure the win and their place in the semifinals.

Puerto Rico started strong, scoring four runs in the first inning against Team Mexico's star pitcher, Julio Urías. But after that, the Mexican team tightened up their pitching, not allowing any more runs and scoring two of their own to keep the game close.

Julio Urias allowed four runs during the first inning against Puerto Rico
Julio Urias allowed four runs during the first inning against Puerto Rico

It wasn't until the seventh inning that the Mexican team's comeback began. They loaded the bases with no outs, but their third and fourth batters failed to capitalize on the opportunity. It was Isaac Paredes who came through in the clutch, hitting a single to left field to tie the game. Then, Luis Urías hit a single to right field to bring home Alex Verdugo for the go-ahead run.

Team Mexico's win over Puerto Rico is a historic achievement for the team, as they have advanced to the semifinals of the WBC for the first time. The Mexican team has shown resilience and determination throughout the tournament, and their victory over Puerto Rico is a testament to their talent and skill.

Mexico will face Japan in the semifinals, and it promises to be a tough match for the Mexican team. Japan has won the WBC three times and is known for its strong pitching and disciplined play. But Team Mexico has already shown that they can compete with the best teams in the tournament, and their fans will be hoping for another upset in the semifinals.

The success of the Mexican team in the WBC is a reflection of the growing popularity of baseball in Mexico. Despite being more widely known for soccer, Mexico has a strong history in baseball, with several Mexican players making their mark in the major leagues. The WBC has provided a platform for Mexican players to showcase their skills on the world stage, and the success of the Mexican team in the tournament is a source of pride for Mexican baseball fans.

Team Mexico's victory over Puerto Rico in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic is a historic achievement for the team. Their comeback in the seventh inning is a testament to their resilience and determination, and it sets up an exciting semifinal matchup against Japan. The success of the Mexican team in the WBC is a source of pride for Mexican baseball fans and a reminder that Mexico can compete with the best teams in the world.

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Edited by Amlan Sanyal
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