2026 World Baseball Classic Tittle Game Live Updates, Score, Results, Highlights

Who does Team USA play next in 2026 World Baseball Classic Final? Time, TV Schedule to watch WBC Title game, Channel, Streaming





The United States advanced to the championship game of the 2026 World Baseball Classic with a 2-1 win over the Dominican Republic on March 15.


Here's what to know about the upcoming schedule for Aaron Judge, Roman Anthony, Bobby Witt Jr., Bryce Harper and the rest of Team USA's championship matchup.




2026 World Baseball Classic Tittle Game Live Updates, Score, Results, Highlights



Abreu Extends Venezuela’s Lead 2–0


Before that, Wilyer Abreu went deep, launching a home run that pushed Venezuela ahead 2–0. The Venezuelan offense continues to capitalize on its chances and maintain control of the game.


Venezuela Breaks Through

After consistent pressure, Venezuela finally scored in the third inning to take a 1–0 lead.

Maikel García Delivers

With runners in scoring position following a wild pitch, Maikel García hit a sacrifice fly to bring in the first run of the game.

Early Pressure Pays Off

A leadoff single, a walk, and a wild pitch set the stage for Venezuela’s opening run, putting Team USA on the back foot early.


USA Gets First Hit but Can’t Convert

Brice Turang broke up the hitless run with a single in the third inning, but Byron Buxton struck out and Bobby Witt Jr. flied out, leaving him stranded.


enezuela Held Hitless in Fourth

For the first time in the game, Venezuela failed to record a hit in the top of the fourth against Nolan McLean—but still leads 1–0.


Missed Opportunity for Team USA

In the fourth inning, Kyle Schwarber drew a walk, but Alex Bregman grounded into a force out, ending the inning without any damage.

Aaron Judge goes down looking to close out the opening frame.


In the bottom half of the first, Venezuela’s starter Eduardo Rodríguez retires Team USA in order—Bobby Witt Jr. lifts a fly ball to center, Bryce Harper pops up, and Judge freezes on a cutter for strike three.

As Rodríguez worked ahead in the count, Venezuelan fans erupted with chants of “Finish him!” just before the 2–2 pitch, according to the FOX broadcast. One inning in, and it’s still a scoreless game.


Let’s get it started!

Ronald Acuña Jr. rips a first-pitch single straight up the middle, and the World Baseball Classic final is officially in motion!


Venezuela Starting Lineup


RF Acuña Jr.  
3B Garcia  
1B Arraez  
DH Suarez  
2B Torres  
SS Tovar  
LF Abreu  
C Perez  
CF Chourio  
SP Rodriguez (likely Eduardo Rodriguez, the veteran lefty getting the ball for Venezuela)



United States Starting Lineup 


SS Witt Jr.  
1B Harper  
RF Judge  
DH Schwarber  
3B Bregman  
LF Anthony  
C Smith  
2B Turang  
CF Buxton  
SP McLean (Nolan McLean, the young Mets prospect/rookie making the high-stakes start)


What time does USA WBC title game start today?


The United States will play in the final round of the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday, March 17, at 5 p.m. MST (8 p.m. ET) on FOX (stream with FUBO).


Who does the United States play next in World Baseball Classic Final?


USA Baseball will take on either Italy or Venezuela in the WBC championship on March 17. Those countries play in the second semifinal of the WBC on March 16, with the winner advancing to the World Baseball Classic title game against Team USA. 


What channel is the WBC Title Game On Today?


The United States will play in the final round of the World Baseball Classic on FOX.


How to stream USA vs Italy/Venz today in World Baseball Classic Final


Streaming:Fubo


Where does USA Baseball play next in WBC Final Game?


Team USA will play the championship game in the 2026 World Baseball Classic at loanDepot park in Miami, the home of the Miami Marlins.


Recent WBC Championship History, Past Winners List, Winner Results


2023: Japan 3, USA 2

2017: USA 8, Puerto Rico 0

2013: Dominican Republic 3, Puerto Rico 0

2009: Japan 5, Korea 3 (10 innings)

2006: Japan 10, Cuba 6 





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