Dominican Republic vs Israel Preview & Prediction | 2026 World Baseball Classic | Pool Stage

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After mercy ruling Netherlands in seven innings, the Dominican Republic and their formidable batting line-up now have Israel in their sights.

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Dominican Republic vs Israel prediction

A contest as lopsided as you are likely to see in the World Baseball Classic when taking into account what we’ve seen so far from the Dominican Republic. Albert Pujols’ men have racked up 12 runs in consecutive games and after thrashing Nicaragua, Team DR effected the first ‘mercy rule’ of Pool D, ending their match against Netherlands in the seventh inning with a two-run homer from Juan Soto to make it 12-1. We’ve waxed lyrical about this incredible offense and there’s no reason to think they will slow down, especially considering the gap in standard between their batters and the Israel pitching staff.

Junior Caminero has now hit three home runs across pool play and is in red-hot form. Whilst it’s always a risk backing a player to go long in baseball as it can prove a very streaky sport at times, the confidence of Caminero is so impressive and he appears to be seeing the ball incredibly well, utilising his awesome bat speed and huge power. With that in mind, back another home run for the Tampa Bay and Dominican Republic superstar if he gets given the start by Pujols in what should be another comprehensive victory for his side.

Dominican Republic vs Israel tip: Dominican Republic to win with -8.5 run handicap and Junior Caminero to hit a home run