Lin Yu-min led without a hit in the first five innings. Taiwan team beat China 2:0 to compete for the bronze medal.

Taiwan team's starting pitcher Lin Yu-min was emotional as he tackled the batter. (Photo by reporter Chen Zhiqu)

[Reporter Gong Naijie/Comprehensive Report] Nagoya Asian Games Taiwan team's ace pitcher Lin Yumin started the bronze medal game on his shoulders. He performed almost perfectly against the Chinese team. He went through a no-hitter game in the first 5 innings, soared 8K, and led the team to a 2:0 lead.

The Taiwanese team broke through the Chinese team's starting pitcher Sun Yicong in the second inning. Zhu Jian'en hit the ball and connected with Cai Weitai's touch ball. With 2 outs, he occupied the first and second bases. Yang Baixiang hit a 2-RBI triple and led the team to score first.

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Taiwan's ace Lin Yu-min went 6-for-6 with 3 strikeouts in the first 2 innings. In the 4th inning, he hit 3K in a single inning. His precise ball control and sharp changes made the Chinese batters completely unable to touch the ball. Only in the 5th inning did he throw four runs and was on base for the first time. China again relied on contact to occupy the first and second bases. However, Lin Yu-min still produced ground balls and finished the first 5 innings with 56 pitches.

The Taiwan team ranked third with 1 win and 2 losses in the Super Cycle. It will compete with China for the bronze medal this afternoon. Taiwan has won all 9 games against China in previous Asian Games, including a 9:1 victory in this Super Cycle.