Venezuela beat Italy 6-5 in a dramatic semifinal, advancing to their first World Baseball Classic final against the U.S.

Venezuela defeated Italy 6-5 in a dramatic semifinal game, rallying with a three-run seventh inning to advance to the World Baseball Classic final. The win marks Venezuela's first appearance in the WBC championship game, where they will face the United States. Italy's tournament run ends after a strong performance that included a surprise semifinal berth.