The 2026 World Baseball Classic is an upcoming international

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tournament, planned to be the sixth iteration of the

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(WBC). Most of the information regarding the tournament is still yet to be determined, including tournament format, dates, and venues. Japan are the defending champions after they defeated the

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3–2 in the 2023 championship game.

Teams

Qualification

16 teams qualified for the 2026 tournament by being in the top four of their pool in the 2023 tournament. Other participants will be determined through the qualifying tournament.

References

External links

Official website
World Baseball Classic

Baseball World Classic