Australia defeated Chinese Taipei 3-0 in the World Cup Classic opener at the Tokyo Dome in Japan. The victory was a significant achievement for Australia, who was born in Australia before attending Oregon State University. Bazzana's home run and singles helped Australia secure their victory. The Australian pitching team was dominant, only allowing three hits and two walks while striking out nine hitters. Alex Wells, a former big-leaguer who previously played for the Orioles, also contributed significantly to Australia's win.