Baseball

Baseball is a bat-and-ball game played between two teams, typically consisting of nine players each. It takes place on a diamond-shaped field, where the objective is to score runs by hitting a pitched ball and running around a series of four bases arranged in a square. The game involves three main phases: batting, fielding, and baserunning. The batting team attempts to hit the ball and advance players around the bases, while the fielding team tries to prevent runs by getting batters or baserunners out through various methods, including catches, tag-outs, or force-outs. Baseball is known for its unique terminology, rules, and traditions, and it is often referred to as America’s pastime, although it is played and followed globally. The game is governed by a set of rules that define gameplay, equipment, and scoring. It has a rich history and cultural significance, contributing to its status as a major professional sport in many countries.