Mexico have had a historic World Baseball Basic, with the Aztecs reaching the semi-finals after beating Puerto Rico, however one of many staff’s greatest gamers has not shone as anticipated.

The Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias has been on the mound twice, in opposition to Colombia and Puerto Rico, and each instances he had issues along with his opponents.

The truth is, on Friday in opposition to Puerto Rico, he allowed 4 runs within the first inning, together with two homers.

After that, the pitcher tightened his arm and Mexico allowed no extra runs, however he had an uphill battle the remainder of the sport.

Julio Urias had a foul debut in opposition to Colombia

Julio Urias appeared in opposition to the Colombian nationwide staff within the opener, however his work left a lot to be desired.

The Mexican pitcher was on the mound till the sixth inning. Throughout his time on the mound, he gave up three hits, allowed three clear runs and solely struck out six batters. The Dodgers pitcher left the sport and was changed by Luis Cessa.

Puerto Rico torpedoed Urias

Within the quarter-finals of the event, Mexico confronted Puerto Rico and their hitters didn’t wait lengthy earlier than unleashing all their energy on Urias.

Within the first inning, the left-handed pitcher pitched a success to open the Puerto Rico offensive cost, and Javier Baez and Eddie Rosario each hit back-to-back lengthy balls.

After a nightmare inning, the scoreboard learn 4-0 in favor of Puerto Rico.

Urias recovered to pitch three extra full innings and allowed no extra runs. He produced 4 strikeouts and stopped the bleeding, maintaining his tally at 4 runs conceded.

Within the World Baseball Basic, Julio Urias has a event file of 10 strikeouts, seven clear runs in opposition to, one base on balls and his effectiveness is 7.00.