Meiji Sweeps Tokyo to Secure Series Point as Hosei Levels Rikkyo for Decider
Week 2 results at Jingu reset the standings by banking Meiji’s first point as the Rikkyo–Hosei matchup advances to a third game.
Overview
- On Sept. 21 at Jingu Stadium, Meiji defeated the University of Tokyo 10–0 to complete a two-game sweep and earn 勝ち点1.
- Meiji’s rout featured 15 hits, including a three-run home run by 光弘 that helped break the game open.
- The day before, Meiji opened the series with a 6–0 win as left-hander 毛利 worked eight innings of one-hit, 12-strikeout ball.
- Hosei evened its series with Rikkyo on Sept. 21, winning 4–1 behind starter 丸山 and a five-pitcher relay that protected the lead.
- Rikkyo had taken the Sept. 20 opener 9–6, powered by 小林隼’s four hits and three RBIs with a home run, setting up a deciding third game.