New Delhi, March 3 -- The World Baseball Classic (WBC) is back in 2026, bringing together the world's top national teams for an intense international showdown. As MLB spring training ramps up, this tournament offers high-stakes baseball with stars representing their countries.

Japan aim to defend their 2023 title after beating Team USA in the final, while the Americans seek revenge. Powerhouses like the Dominican Republic (2013 champions), Venezuela, and Puerto Rico also loom as serious threats among the 20 competing nations.

The format features four pools of five teams each in round-robin play. The top two from every group advance to the quarterfinals, followed by single-elimination semifinals and the championship.

Pool games run Marc...