Iowa secures combined no-hitter against California in Little League World Series

In the Little League Baseball World Series, Davenport, Iowa, secured a 1-0 victory over Bonita, California, through a combined no-hitter. Iowa pitcher Cooper Thissen struck out 15 batters over 5 1/3 innings before being removed due to his pitch count. Relief pitcher Anthony Johnson Jr. completed the no-hitter by striking out the final two batters.

The game concluded with controversy after a strike-three call on a 3-2 count with the bases loaded and two outs in the sixth inning. The pitch appeared to be outside the strike zone, leading to social media debate regarding the umpire's decision. Following the loss, the California team moves into the U.S. elimination bracket.

In other tournament action, Curacao defeated Japan 6-0 behind a combined no-hitter from Jaymiell Martina and Giendry Ryan. Additionally, Nevada secured a 6-5 walk-off win against Ohio.