After their own semifinal game the nine Seido players watch Inashiro's semifinal against Teito. Narumiya and Mukai both played at Koshien Stadium as first-years, and then received their powerhouse school's ace number as second-years, and they'll both be pitching. Meanwhile, Seido High School is analyzing their game against Ichidai Third High, focusing on Coach Kataoka. Then, Miyuki remembers a certain thought...
He makes more plays when 
there are runners on base.
إنّه يحقِّق أكثر عندما يكون هناك راكضين 
في القاعدة
Er wird noch härter, wenn Runner da sind.
Hace más jugadas con bases ocupadas.
Diventa più tenace quando ci sono corridori in base.
Ele faz mais jogadas com gente nas bases.
С раннерами на базах он играет жёстче.