Travis Bazzana, Australia defeat Chinese Taipei in WBC opener: Score, highlights

Australia pulled away late to produce a 3-0 victory over Chinese Taipei in the 2026 World Baseball Classic opener at the Tokyo Dome. Catcher Robbie Perkins led Australia with a two-run home run to break a scoreless tie in the bottom of the fifth inning.

What channel is Japan vs. Chinese Taipei on? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch 2026 WBC baseball game

What channel is Japan vs. Chinese Taipei on? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch 2026 WBC baseball game originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Japan's push for a second-straight World Baseball Classic title begins with a bout against Chinese Taipei on Friday morning.
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Is Chieh-Hsien Chen playing tonight? Injury update for Team Chinese Taipei captain & possible return after early World Baseball Classic opener exit

Chieh-Hsien Chen was named Chinese Taipei's team captain ahead of the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The outfielder is one of the biggest stars in the Chinese Professional Baseball League.