Yoshinobu Yamamoto is set to start for the Los Angeles Dodgers in their season opener against the Chicago Cubs in Tokyo on March 18, with Roki Sasaki potentially making his debut the next day. Japanese players Yamamoto, Sasaki, and Shohei Ohtani will be the main attractions for fans during the two-game series. Sasaki, a 23-year-old right-hander with a fastball over 100 mph, is coming off a successful season with the Chiba Lotte Mariners, while Yamamoto had an impressive first MLB season with the Dodgers last year, going 7-2 with a 3.00 ERA in 18 starts.
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County cricket: Surrey v Somerset, Notts v Sussex, and more on day three – live
On day three of the Championship matches, updates reveal Worcestershire's coach Alan Richardson expressed disappointment over the team's performance, particularly in the third innings. He noted that failing to handle this crucial phase effectively led to a rapid loss after initially being in a strong position. The situation highlights the critical importance of maintaining composure during pivotal moments in a game to secure victory. Full Article
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