Guangdong defeat PLA to win gold

in the final, PLA played Guangdong, PLA opened scoring through Gao Lei's RBI single,but Guangdong clawed back to take 2 1 lead into second inning.

in the second inning, pinch hitter Liu Guangbiao blasted an RBI double, Guangdong scored two runs to take a 4 1 advantage.

this drive went through center field, passing several players of PLA

in the last inning, the score was 5 3 Guangdong

Guangdong starter Lai Guojun would close out their win

this double play ended PLA's inning and Guangdong went on to win the gold medal 5 3

Guangdong players celebrated after winning the baseball title at the National Games. Most of the Guangdong players are from Chinese Baseball League, which has been developing rapidly over the years. But due to its elimination from the Olympics, baseball is now also fighting for survival although it's a rising sport.