We're down to four teams
USA and Cuba are set to meet in the semifinal round of the 2023 World Baseball Classic on Sunday night with a shot at the tournament crown.
The United States was challenged in the quarterfinal round, needing to collect nine runs off 15 base hits, including a heroic grand slam from Trea Turner in the eighth inning, to secure a victory over Venezuela on Saturday night. Team USA is now just a win away from securing a second consecutive appearance in the WBC championship game, which could either come against two-time tournament winner Japan or this year’s dark horse in Mexico.
Meanwhile, Cuba, like every other Pool A squad, went 2-2 during pool play. Team Cuba defeated Australia in their nail-biting quarterfinal matchup, positioning them for a shot at their first-ever WBC title.
Southpaw Roenis Elías gets the nod for Cuba in a win-or-go-home stage and the United States will counter with three-time All-Star Adam Wainwright.
Team USA is a -500 favorite on the moneyline, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
Here’s how to watch the USA-Cuba WBC game online and on TV:
When: Sunday, March 19 at 7 p.m. ET
TV: FOX Sports 1
Live Streams: FuboTV — free trial | FOX