(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
USA Qualifies for WBSC U-15 Baseball World Cup 2026 After Dominant Win Over Mexico
The United States secured its place in the upcoming WBSC U-15 Baseball World Cup 2026, joining Venezuela and Cuba as the qualified teams from the Americas.
World No. 3 USA put on a commanding performance at the U-15 Baseball Central and North American Qualifier, finishing unbeaten to claim first place. In the decisive game, Team USA defeated World No. 6 Mexico with a resounding 10-0 victory, showcasing both pitching depth and offensive firepower.
Strong Pitching Leads the Way
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Gavin Chakar opened the game with three scoreless innings, conceding only one hit and one walk while striking out three batters.
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Yariel Díaz sealed the win in relief, striking out five across three innings and allowing just two hits.
Final Standings of the Qualifier
Five teams battled in the qualifier tournament:
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USA (Champions)
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Nicaragua (World No. 16) – 3-1 record
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Mexico (World No. 6) – 2-2 record
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Panama (World No. 8) – 1-3 record
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Costa Rica (World No. 46) – 0-4 record
Teams Qualified So Far for U-15 World Cup 2026
The global tournament will feature 12 teams, with most of the lineup already confirmed:
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Americas: USA, Venezuela, Cuba (two more teams to be announced)
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Asia: Japan (World No. 1), Chinese Taipei (World No. 2)
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Europe: Czechia (World No. 16), Germany (World No. 18)
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Africa & Oceania: One team each (TBA)
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Wild Card: One spot to complete the lineup
Looking Ahead
The WBSC U-15 Baseball World Cup 2026 promises exciting competition as the world’s best young talent will take the field. With the USA joining traditional powerhouses like Japan, Cuba, and Venezuela, fans can expect high-level baseball and fierce matchups on the road to the championship.
