Whether or not you follow sports on a consistent basis, it's difficult not to catch sport fever if ever there's an international competition happening—it's why so many casuals tune into the Olympics or FIFA World Cup™ tournament. This year, baseball's multi-national event is back, promising savvy and new spectators alike a spectacle that tops the 2023 edition.
A lot of expectations are being placed on Shohei Ohtani and Japan—and rightfully so. The Los Angeles Dodger and his countrymen proved themselves against USA last tournament, and individual talent on the Asian squad has largely only improved since. Mark DeRosa's players, however, will surely want a Final rematch, but that won't happen if squads like Mexico, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Venezuela can help it.
The WBC tournament begins on Thursday, March 5, and concludes on Tuesday, March 17. Excitement for the event, however, can already be felt—thanks in part to new gear for every team and its fans. Manufactured by Nike, each jersey features the respective country's flag on the right sleeve and name across the chest. New Era caps follow a similar execution, with lifestyle-oriented items seeing more elaborate executions.
Enjoy detailed shots of some of the 2026 World Baseball Classic Collection ahead and shop all products via Fanatics.com right now.
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