Baseball

Baseball is a team sport played between two teams, typically consisting of nine players each. It involves various elements including hitting a ball with a bat, running to bases, and scoring runs. The game is played on a diamond-shaped field with four bases: first, second, third, and home plate.

The objective of the game is to score more runs than the opposing team. A run is scored when a player successfully reaches home plate after touching each base in order. The game is subdivided into two main parts: offense, where one team tries to score runs, and defense, where the opposing team tries to prevent runs from being scored.

Baseball is known for its unique gameplay involving pitching, batting, and fielding, as well as its rich history, culture, and traditions. It has a distinctive set of rules and can vary in its formats, including professional, amateur, and youth levels. Often referred to as America’s pastime, baseball has a significant following in several countries and is played internationally.