Japan manager Hirokazu Ibata makes an unexpected announcement hours after loss to Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic.

Hirokazu Ibata said he'll step down as Japan's manager after the defending champions lost to Venezuela in the World Baseball ...

National team baseball manager Hirokazu Ibata has said he will step down following Japan’s loss to Venezuela 8-5 in the ...

Team Japan manager Hirokazu Ibata announced he will step down from his position after the World Baseball Classic. Japan was ...

It didn't take long for Team Japan to make changes after failing to defend its World Baseball Classic title. Team Japan manager Hirokazu Ibata confirmed he's stepping down after losing 8-5 to ...

Japan’s World Baseball Classic manager is stepping down after a disappointing exit from the tournament. Sports Hochi, a ...