Japan Debuts Matcha‑Inspired Victory Dance for WBC

Samurai Japan has introduced a playful matcha‑tea whisking gesture as a new victory celebration ahead of the World Baseball Classic. The move, highlighted in a video by lecturer Jeffrey Hall, could become a fan favorite as the team, featuring Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, prepares to compete.

The tournament begins Wednesday evening and runs through March 17, with key games available on Fox and free streaming on Tubi. Fans can catch early matches such as Netherlands vs. Venezuela on March 6 and the championship game on March 17.