In a nutshell

• Konami confirmed as global sponsor for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
• Tournament runs March 5–18, 2026 in Tokyo, San Juan, Houston, and Miami.
• This sponsorship continues the company’s legacy in baseball gaming, including PAWAPURO and Professional Baseball Spirits.

Konami Digital Entertainment has been officially confirmed as a global sponsor of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, continuing its partnership from the 2023 tournament.

The prestigious international baseball event will be held from March 5 to March 18, 2026, across four host cities: Tokyo (Japan), San Juan (Puerto Rico), Houston (USA), and Miami (USA).

This sixth edition of the tournament will feature 20 countries and territories competing for the ultimate title of world baseball’s best.

Promoting Baseball and Sports Culture

Konami emphasized its commitment to promoting baseball and sports culture worldwide through this sponsorship. By supporting an event watched by millions of fans globally, the company aims to expand baseball’s global appeal and contribute to the sustainable growth of sports.

Konami’s Baseball Legacy

Konami has a long-standing history in baseball gaming, with flagship titles such as:

• PAWAPURO series – Over 26.3 million console copies sold and 53 million mobile downloads.
• Professional Baseball Spirits series – Beloved by fans for over 20 years, with the mobile version surpassing 70 million downloads.
• eBaseball: MLB PRO SPIRIT – Official MLB mobile game released in October 2024.