The next World Baseball Classic is scheduled for March 2026 , with games running from March 5/6 through March 17, 2026.

Key dates

  • Opening games: Early pool play begins March 5–6, 2026 , including the first matchup at Tokyo Dome and other pools starting March 6.
  • Pool play window: Pool rounds run roughly March 5–11, 2026 , across multiple host cities.
  • Knockout rounds: Quarterfinals are scheduled for around March 13–14, 2026 , followed by semifinals and the championship game in mid-March.
  • Championship game: The final is slated for March 17, 2026.

Where it’s being played

  • Host cities include Tokyo, San Juan (Puerto Rico), Houston, and Miami , each hosting different pools or later rounds.
  • Early rounds are spread across these venues, with later knockout games (semifinals and final) in the United States.

Quick context

  • The World Baseball Classic is a global tournament held roughly every few years, featuring national teams and many current professional players.
  • The 2026 edition follows the successful 2023 tournament and is positioned again in March to align with the baseball calendar before most professional regular seasons start.

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