Mexico trails Panama in the World Series of Little League, with Xavier Nolasco contributing as a two-run scorer while donning a heroic costume
Mexico has secured its second victory in the 2025 Little League World Series, defeating Panama with a thrilling 2-1 score. The key player in this exciting game was none other than Xavier Nolasco.
In the bottom of the sixth inning, with the game tied at 1-1, Nolasco stepped up to the plate. With a single to left field, he drove in the winning run for Mexico, securing a walk-off victory for his team[1][2][4]. Iker Castaneda crossed the plate to give Mexico the lead, and advance them further in the tournament.
Nolasco's batting performance was impressive throughout the game. He finished with two hits and two RBIs, demonstrating his strong skills at the plate[5].
The game started with Xavier Nolasco's teammate, Ian Cano, scoring the first run for Mexico in the bottom of the first inning. Gregorio Madrid, who started as the pitcher for Mexico, pitched six complete innings, allowing only one run and striking out nine batters[3][6][7].
The one run that Madrid allowed came in the last out of the sixth inning, when Isaac Dufau of Panama hit a grounder that resulted in an error, allowing Eric Rodriguez to advance to home and tie the game[8].
The opponent for Mexico's next game will be the losing team of the match between Japan and Venezuela, scheduled for Monday morning. The next game for Mexico will be on Tuesday, August 19[2][9].
In conclusion, Xavier Nolasco's walk-off hit was a pivotal moment in Mexico's progression in the 2025 Little League World Series. His strong batting performance was instrumental in securing the win for Mexico against Panama.
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Baseball was the sport played between Mexico and Panama in the 2025 Little League World Series. Xavier Nolasco, a key player for Mexico, sealed their victory with a walk-off hit in the sixth inning.
