Baseball
Japanese Name:
野球
Romaji Name:
yakyuu
Description
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Baseball is a team sport played with a bat and a ball. Two teams take turns batting and fielding. The batting team tries to hit the ball and run around four bases to score points, called runs. The fielding team tries to get the batters out by catching the ball or touching the bases. Baseball is popular in Japan, the United States, and many other countries.
History
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Origins: The modern game of baseball developed in the United States in the mid-19th century. It evolved from older bat-and-ball games played in England and America.
19th Century: The first official rules were codified in the 1840s and 1850s, leading to the formation of professional leagues.
Growth: Baseball quickly became known as America’s “national pastime” and spread internationally, especially to countries like Japan, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.
Today: Baseball is a major sport worldwide, with professional leagues, international competitions, and a passionate fan base.