The World Baseball Classic brings together the best players from around the globe to compete for international baseball supremacy, creating some of the most intense and memorable moments in the sport. Unlike the regular season, where teammates become rivals, the WBC showcases national pride and passion as players represent their countries on the world stage. From dramatic walk-offs and clutch performances to the unforgettable showdown between superstars in the championship game, these breakdowns capture the unique energy and significance of international competition. The tournament transforms familiar faces into national heroes, creating moments that resonate far beyond individual achievements and celebrate the global reach of America’s pastime.
All World Baseball Classic Breakdown Videos (Ranked by View Count)
Pitcher hides his glove with his jersey, breakdown
Japanese relief pitcher Keiji Takahashi caught some attention during the World Baseball Classic with an unusual habit—pulling his jersey over his glove during his set position. It’s not a fluke or wardrobe issue. It’s an intentional move, and he does it repeatedly throughout his delivery.
View count: 1,992,483 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
Ohtani strikes out Trout to win the World Baseball Classic
Shohei Ohtani faced Mike Trout with two outs in the ninth inning of the World Baseball Classic final. Team Japan was up by one. It was the matchup everyone wanted.
View count: 958,652 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
Trea Turner hits a huge grand slam for team USA
USA was down 7-5 to Venezuela in the eighth inning of their World Baseball Classic quarterfinal, but they strung together a wild sequence to flip the game. Tim Anderson got things going with a leadoff walk. Pete Alonso followed with a floater into shallow outfield, putting two on.
View count: 734,223 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
Fans are in danger when Kyle Schwarber homers off Yu Darvish
Kyle Schwarber took Yu Darvish deep twice in high-stakes games, once in the MLB postseason and again in the World Baseball Classic. Both homers came off hanging breaking balls, and both had fans in the stands risking life and limb trying to catch the souvenirs. The first bomb landed in the upper deck, sending one dad jumping with his daughter in his arms.
View count: 645,403 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
Yu Chang crushes a fastball for a grand slam in WBC
During a tense World Baseball Classic matchup between Taiwan and the Netherlands, Yu Chang delivered the biggest swing of the night. With the score tied 1-1 in the second inning and the bases loaded, the Netherlands pitcher tried to work the edges with a series of sliders. The first one was called a strike.
View count: 284,706 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
Fans react to a inning-changing play in the World Baseball Classic
During a tight World Baseball Classic game between the US and Venezuela, a key defensive misplay sparked a hilarious and chaotic sequence in the crowd. With Jose Altuve unable to handle a scoop cleanly, runners advanced and the energy in the stadium exploded. In the stands, one Venezuelan fan went through every possible emotion in five seconds while people around him looked on, unsure whether to join in or back away.
View count: 284,526 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
USA avoids disastrous first inning in semifinal game
Adam Wainwright started for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic semifinal against Cuba and immediately ran into trouble. A misplay by Tim Anderson and a bad throw pulled Paul Goldschmidt off the bag, putting a runner on early. A soft infield chopper added to the mess when Wainwright tried to field it instead of letting it roll foul.
View count: 271,447 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
Mexico comes back to beat puerto rico in the quarterfinal
Puerto Rico held a 4-2 lead in the bottom of the seventh in their World Baseball Classic quarter-final against Mexico. Alex Verdugo led off with a hustle double, sliding in just ahead of the tag. Randy Arozarena came up next and worked a walk after refusing to chase a series of wide pitches.
View count: 222,707 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).