Mexico Gears Up for World Baseball Classic, Faces Great Britain in Opening Match

The Mexican national baseball team is currently in Arizona, preparing for its opening game in the 2026 World Baseball Classic against Great Britain on Friday, March 6th. The game is scheduled to begin at noon and will be broadcast on Channel 9.

Mexico’s Recent WBC Success

Mexico enters the tournament with momentum from a strong showing in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, where they secured notable victories against Team USA and Puerto Rico . These wins highlight Mexico’s growing competitiveness on the international stage.

Roster Updates

Recent additions to Mexico’s roster include brothers Ramón Urías and Luis Urías . The complete roster is subject to change, and no roster data is currently available for the 2026 season . Pitcher Alexander Armenta is listed on the roster, with a height and weight of 5’9″ and 188 lbs, respectively .

Tournament Details

The 2026 World Baseball Classic will feature 20 teams competing across four venues: Miami, Florida; Houston, Texas; San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Tokyo, Japan. Each venue will host a group of teams throughout the tournament.