Summary
Venezuela beat Italy 4-2 to reach the World Baseball Classic (WBC) final against the United States. The final game will take place on Tuesday night in Miami. Venezuela is aiming for its first WBC championship, while the US seeks its second title.
Key Facts
- Maikel Garcia hit a crucial single for Venezuela in the seventh inning, putting them ahead 4-2.
- Venezuela will play against the United States in the WBC championship game.
- The United States defeated the Dominican Republic 2-1 in the semifinals.
- Italy went 4-0 in pool play and reached the semifinals after beating Puerto Rico.
- Venezuela and the United States both had 3-1 records in pool play and won their first two knockout games.
- Angel Zerpa, Eduard Bazardo, and Andres Machado pitched effectively for Venezuela.
- Venezuela's Keider Montero gave up two runs in 1 1/3 innings.
- Italy's starting pitcher, Aaron Nola, allowed one run in four innings.
