What is the world baseball classic?
The World Baseball Classic (WBC) is an international baseball tournament that features national teams from around the world. Typically held in March and held on an every 4-year basis, the previously sanctioned IBAF tournament is now sanctioned by the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC).
The tournament consists of 16 teams from five different regions – the Americas, Europe/Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific. It begins in a round-robin format – followed by single elimination. This year’s WBC is set to be 47 games spanning the course of 2 weeks.
The WBC attracts some of the biggest players in the world, as it is one of the only tournaments where players are able to fully represent their country.
When is the world baseball classic?
The World Baseball Classic (WBC) is held every four years, typically in March. However, the exact dates of the tournament can vary from year to year, depending on scheduling and logistical considerations.
The tournament began in 2006, with the main goal of promoting growth and development for baseball worldwide. The most recent WBC was held in 2017, with the United States winning its first championship.
March 8th, is when the actual World Baseball Classic will begin, with the USA having their first matchup on the 11th. You can find the full World Baseball Classic 2023 schedule here.
What are the best World Baseball Classic Collectibles?
FTW has you covered with the best World Classic Baseball Collectibles. Check out some of the best World Baseball Classic bobbleheads and collectibles below:
World Baseball Classic Player Bobbles
United States World Baseball Classic Bobblehead Collection
International World Baseball Classic Bobblehead Collection
United States World Baseball Classic Country Bobbleheads on Ball
World Baseball Classic Collectible Balls
Where to watch the World Baseball Classic?
Fox Sports has exclusive rights to The World Baseball Classic (WBC), and the games will be spread out across multiple different streaming services, sites, and networks. We have compiled a list below to make sure you catch all 47 games!
- fuboTV – has both FOX and FS1 and you can get a 7-day free trial here.
Where to buy tickets for the World Baseball Classic?
Looking for tickets to catch a game? There are several options to buy tickets for the World Baseball Classic (WBC), with options varying based on region.
Fans can purchase tickets directly from the official MLB website. Prices vary around $15 for select games
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