[Rakuten Eagles] MMA Fighter Makoto Shinryu to Throw Ceremonial Pitch on Friday, May 22!

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  • [Rakuten Eagles] MMA Fighter Makoto Shinryu to Throw Ceremonial Pitch on Friday, May 22!
  • Rakuten Baseball, Inc. announced that Makoto Shinryu, a mixed martial artist from Sendai, will throw the ceremonial pitch at the Rakuten Eagles vs. Chiba Lotte Marines game on Friday, May 22.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: May 21, 2026

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Rakuten Baseball, Inc. announced that Makoto Shinryu, a mixed martial artist from Sendai, will throw the ceremonial pitch at the Rakuten Eagles vs. Chiba Lotte Marines game on Friday, May 22.

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[Rakuten Eagles] MMA Fighter Makoto Shinryu to Throw Ceremonial Pitch on Friday, May 22! (May 21, 2026), PR Times
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PR Times
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May 21, 2026
Rakuten Baseball, Inc. announced that Makoto Shinryu, a mixed martial artist from Sendai, will throw the ceremonial pitch at the Rakuten Eagles vs. Chiba Lotte Marines game on Friday, May 22.
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Rakuten Baseball, Inc. (Headquarters: Miyagino-ku, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture; President: Masayuki Morii) is pleased to announce that Makoto Shinryu, a Sendai-native mixed martial artist competing in the RIZIN Flyweight Title Match at Xebio Arena Sendai on Saturday, June 6, will throw the ceremonial pitch at the Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi game against the Chiba Lotte Marines on Friday, May 22. ■Date and Time: Friday, May 22, during the Chiba Lotte Marines game [Game starts at 18:00] around 17:45. ■Location: Pitcher's mound at Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi. ■Profile: Makoto Shinryu ・Date of Birth: July 5, 2000 ・Hometown: Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture A Sendai-native mixed martial artist. He began wrestling in third grade and has also trained in Muay Thai and Jiu-Jitsu. He made his professional MMA debut in 2016. In 2019, he became the youngest champion in the history of the MMA organization "DEEP" at 18. In 2022, he also won a belt in the American MMA organization "CFFC." Currently with a record of 22 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw, he is considered a "rough diamond of Japan" who will lead the next generation of RIZIN. He will challenge current champion Hiromasa Ougikubo for the belt in the RIZIN Flyweight Title Match at Xebio Arena Sendai on Saturday, June 6. ■Comment from Makoto Shinryu Hello, this is MMA fighter Makoto Shinryu. I am truly honored to have been given the opportunity to throw the ceremonial pitch for the Rakuten Eagles in my hometown of Sendai. I personally experienced the earthquake and went through some tough times, but I was able to fulfill my dream of becoming a professional fighter. I want to convey to the people of Tohoku that dreams come true if you work hard, and I would be happy if I could send everyone some power. I will do my best on the day. Thank you for your support. ■Rakuten Eagles game tickets are now on sale!

FAQ

Who will perform the ceremonial pitch at the Rakuten Eagles game?

Satoshi Shinryu, a mixed martial artist from Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture.

When and where will the ceremonial pitch take place?

On May 22 (Friday) during the game against Chiba Lotte Marines, it will be held on the mound of Rakuten Mobile Strong Park Miyagi.

Who is Satoshi Shinryu?

Born in 2000, he is a mixed martial artist who has achieved the youngest title in DEEP history and won the CFFC belt, actively representing the next generation of RIZIN.

What event will Satoshi Shinryu participate in in June?

He will compete in the RIZIN Flyweight Title Match held at Zepp DiverCity Tokyo on June 6 (Saturday).

What is the purpose of Satoshi Shinryu's comments?

He expresses gratitude for appearing in the Rakuten Eagles' ceremonial pitch in his hometown of Sendai and aims to deliver a message and power to people in Tohoku that 'dreams can come true with effort'.

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