The U-23 Diamond
Chronicle of the 2022 Baseball World Cup: A deep dive into the international competition held in Taiwan.
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Tournament Overview
Core Details
The 2022 U-23 Baseball World Cup, officially the IV U-23 Baseball World Cup, marked the fourth iteration of this prestigious international baseball tournament. It was hosted in Taiwan, with games played across multiple cities.
Dates: October 13 โ October 23, 2022
Teams: 12 nations competed.
Defending Champions: Venezuela
Host Nation & Eligibility
Taiwan served as the host country for this significant event. The tournament featured elite young talent, with players born between 1999 and 2004 being eligible to participate, showcasing the future stars of international baseball.
Global Participation
The competition brought together twelve national teams from various confederations, representing the pinnacle of U-23 baseball talent. Notably, China and Nicaragua were replaced by Puerto Rico and Colombia due to COVID-19 restrictions, highlighting the dynamic nature of international sports events.
Tournament Venues
Douliu Baseball Stadium
Located in Douliu, this venue hosted a portion of the preliminary round games, contributing to the tournament's reach across Taiwan.
Capacity: 15,000
Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium
A major baseball venue in Taichung, it played a significant role in hosting preliminary matches, providing a high-quality environment for the young athletes.
Capacity: 20,000
Tianmu Baseball Stadium
Situated in Taipei, Tianmu Baseball Stadium was a central hub, hosting the opening ceremony, Group B games, and crucial medal round matches, including the championship final.
Capacity: 10,500
Participating Teams
Global Representation
The tournament featured twelve national teams, showcasing diverse talent from across the globe. The WBSC World Rankings at the time of the competition provided context for the teams' standing.
Group A Standings
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | RF | RA | PCT | GB | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
|
5 | 5 | 0 | 30 | 7 | 1.000 | โ | Advance to super round |
| 2 |
|
5 | 4 | 1 | 25 | 6 | .800 | 1 | |
| 3 |
|
5 | 3 | 2 | 28 | 17 | .600 | 2 | |
| 4 |
|
5 | 2 | 3 | 28 | 20 | .400 | 3 | Advance to placement round |
| 5 |
|
5 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 23 | .200 | 4 | |
| 6 |
|
5 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 52 | .000 | 5 |
Group B Standings
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | RF | RA | PCT | GB | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
|
5 | 5 | 0 | 16 | 5 | 1.000 | โ | Advance to super round |
| 2 |
|
5 | 2 | 3 | 19 | 14 | .400 | 3 | |
| 3 |
|
5 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 8 | .400 | 3 | Advance to placement round |
| 4 |
|
5 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 16 | .400 | 3 | Advance to third-place game |
| 4 |
|
5 | 2 | 3 | 12 | 14 | .400 | 2 | |
| 5 |
|
5 | 2 | 3 | 16 | 10 | .600 | 1 | |
| 6 |
|
5 | 1 | 4 | 15 | 17 | .200 | 3 |
Match Schedule Highlights
Opening Day
The tournament commenced on October 13, 2022, with Chinese Taipei securing a 6-2 victory over Colombia at Tianmu Stadium.
Key Super Round Match
A pivotal Super Round game saw Japan narrowly defeat South Korea 2-1, a result that significantly influenced the final standings.
Championship Final
The tournament culminated on October 23, 2022, with Japan clinching the title by defeating South Korea 3-0 in the championship game.
Detailed Schedule
The competition featured a comprehensive schedule across multiple venues. Below is a sample of the initial round matches:
| Date | Time | Road Team | Score | Home Team | Venue | Duration | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2022 | 18:30 | Colombia |
2 โ 6 | Chinese Taipei |
Tianmu | 2:18 | 1250 |
| Oct 14, 2022 | 10:00 | South Africa |
0 โ 9 | Venezuela |
Douliu | 1:48 | 45 |
| Oct 14, 2022 | 17:00 | Japan |
6 โ 0 | Germany |
Douliu | 1:57 | 48 |
Full schedule details available in the source article.
Final Standings
Championship Outcome
Japan emerged victorious, securing their second U-23 Baseball World Cup title by defeating South Korea in the final. Chinese Taipei claimed the bronze medal by winning the third-place game against Mexico.
| Rk | Team | W | L |
|---|---|---|---|
2nd title |
8 | 1 | |
Lost in Final |
7 | 2 | |
Won in 3rd-place game |
6 | 3 | |
| 4 | Lost in 3rd-place game |
4 | 5 |
| 5 | Failed to qualify for the finals |
4 | 4 |
| 6 | Failed to qualify for the finals |
3 | 5 |
| 2022 U-23 Baseball World Cup |
|---|
|
Japan 2nd title |
Individual Accolades
U23 All-World Team
An elite selection of players recognized for their outstanding performance throughout the tournament:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| C | |
| 1B | |
| 2B | |
| 3B | |
| SS | |
| OF | |
| DH | |
| P | |
Individual Awards
| Award | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|
| MVP | ||
| Leading Hitter | .500 | |
| Best ERA | 0.00 (13 IP) | |
| Best Pitching Record | 2W 0L | |
| Most RBI | 8 | |
| Most HR | 2 | |
| Most Stolen Bases | 5 | |
| Most Runs Scored | 7 | |
| Outstanding Defensive Player | - |
Further Exploration
Related Events
For a broader context of sporting events hosted in Taiwan, consult the list of significant sporting events held in the nation.
- List of sporting events in Taiwan
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