Loud cheers even though they are the enemy…Tears at the Maeken call…Carp fans are too amazing. An unusually loud chorus occurs! Rakuten is supported by Hiroshima? I can’t stop loving Maeken. Emotional scene in the stadium #Hiroshima Toyo Carp #Hiroshima Carp #Carp #Professional Baseball

Rakuten vs. Hiroshima match held at Rakuten Mobile Park on June 14, 2026. After the game, Hiroshima fans displayed unusual behavior. The opponent who received a big cheer was Rakuten pitcher Kenta Maeda. “Kenta Maeda!” “Do your best! Do your best! Kenta!” Maeda himself responded on SNS to the loud cheers sent from his former team’s fans, saying, “Thank you. I’ll do my best!!” Many baseball fans were moved by the emotional moment that transcended friend and foe. What did you think of this maeken call? Please let us know your thoughts in the comments!