The "GAORA Derby" on May 26, 27, 28: Complete Live Broadcast of the 3-Game Interleague Series "Hanshin vs. Hokkaido Nippon-Ham," Featuring an Exclusive Interview with Torai Fushimi
GAORA SPORTS will provide a complete live broadcast of the three-game interleague series between the Hanshin Tigers and Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters from May 26-28, dubbed the "GAORA Derby," which will also feature an exclusive interview with catcher Torai Fushimi.
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GAORA SPORTS, the dedicated broadcaster for Hanshin Tigers and Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters home games, will air a complete live broadcast of the three-game interleague series between the two teams at Koshien Stadium from May 26th to 28th. Dubbed the "GAORA Derby," the broadcast will start 30 minutes before gameplay. The first game will feature a pre-recorded exclusive interview with Torai Fushimi, who transferred from the Fighters to the Tigers. The broadcast will also include a special "visitor support" sub-audio channel for Fighters fans, with commentary from team alumni.
FAQ
When will the "GAORA Derby" baseball series be broadcast?
The series will be broadcast live on May 26th, 27th, and 28th, starting at 17:30 JST each day.
Which teams are playing in this series?
The Hanshin Tigers are playing against the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters at Hanshin Koshien Stadium.
What channel is broadcasting the games?
GAORA SPORTS will provide a complete live broadcast of all three games.
Is there any special content during the broadcast?
Yes, there will be an exclusive pre-recorded interview with Torai Fushimi, who transferred from the Fighters to the Tigers. There will also be a special visitor support sub-audio channel ("Bijibo") for Fighters fans.
Who will be providing commentary for the games?
The main commentary will be provided by Hanshin Tigers alumni Osamu Hamanaka, Takumi Akiyama, and Keisuke Karino. The visitor support channel will feature alumni like Shinya Tsuruoka and Hayato Aragaki.