Get Ready for the Ultimate Mahjong Showdown: Pro Baseball stars vs. M League Champions!
Mark your calendars for an exciting New Year’s treat! ABEMA’s “Mahjong Channel” is set to host the ”Daiwa Connect Securities Professional Baseball New Year Mahjong Exchange Match 2025,” a thrilling competition pitting professional baseball players against the best of the M League.
This unique event, airing on January 2nd at 6:00 PM and January 3rd at 5:00 PM, promises to be a captivating spectacle for both mahjong enthusiasts and casual viewers.
A Clash of Titans:
The ”Professional Baseball New Year Mahjong Exchange Tournament” brings together two worlds: the strategic prowess of professional mahjong players from the M League and the competitive spirit of beloved baseball stars. This year, 14 players representing all nine nippon Professional Baseball teams will take on the challenge, including notable names like Tatsuya Imai of the Saitama Seibu Lions and Kento Nakamura of the hiroshima Toyo Carp.
They’ll face off against a formidable lineup of M League talent, including Kei nakabayashi from the U-NEXT Pirates, Ken sonoda from the akasaka Drivens, and former M Leaguer and last year’s champion, Tatsuya Hiyoshi. Adding to the excitement, M League commentator Kanade Maruyama will also be joining the fray.
M League Rules and a Fierce Battle for Supremacy:
The tournament will adhere to the fast-paced “M League rules,” where a single hand can determine victory or defeat. Participants will be divided into four groups, with the top player from each group advancing to the finals.
This New Year’s special offers a fantastic prospect to witness the captivating world of mahjong, even if you’re new to the game. With its easy-to-understand format and the electrifying energy of professional athletes, the “Professional Baseball New Year Mahjong Exchange Match 2025” is sure to be a memorable event.
Don’t miss out on the action! Tune in to ABEMA’s “Mahjong Channel” on January 2nd and 3rd to see who will emerge victorious in this epic mahjong showdown.
Broadcast Details:
Date and Time: January 2nd, 2025 (Thursday) at 6:00 PM and January 3rd, 2025 (Friday) at 5:00 PM
Channel: ABEMA’s “Mahjong Channel”
Program URLs:
January 2nd: [Link to ABEMA program page]
* January 3rd: [Link to ABEMA program page]
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Welcome, mahjong fans and baseball enthusiasts, to what promises to be an electrifying showdown! Get ready for the “Daiwa Connect Securities Professional Baseball New Year Mahjong Exchange Match 2025,” a thrilling event pitting the strategic minds of M Leaguers against the competitive spirit of Nippon Professional Baseball stars.
This isn’t your average New Year’s party. On January 2nd at 6:00 PM and January 3rd at 5:00 PM, ABEMA’s “Mahjong Channel” will be the battleground for this unique clash of titans ([1]). Fourteen baseball players, representing all nine NPB teams, will face off against a formidable lineup of M League talent including Kei Nakabayashi, Ken Sonoda, and former champion Tatsuya Hiyoshi. Adding to the excitement, M League commentator kanade Maruyama will also be joining the fray.
Under the fast-paced rules of the M League, where a single hand can determine victory or defeat, the pressure will be on. Participants will be divided into four groups, with the top player from each advancing to the finals.
Even if you’re new to mahjong, this event offers a fantastic possibility to experience the captivating world of this strategic tile-based game.With its easy-to-understand format and the electrifying energy of professional athletes, the “Professional Baseball New Year Mahjong Exchange Match 2025” promises to be a truly memorable event [1].
Don’t miss this New Year’s special! Tune in to ABEMA’s “Mahjong Channel” on January 2nd and 3rd to witness who will emerge victorious in this epic mahjong showdown.