Taiwanese fighter jets will welcome back a flight carrying the island's baseball team after its victory in the Premier12 final in Japan thrilled fans at home on Sunday.
Taiwan is not a global sporting powerhouse but baseball is hugely popular, having been introduced during the Japanese colonial era from 1895 to 1945.
Taiwan's 4-0 win over Japan at Tokyo Dome late Sunday sparked celebrations in Taiwan, with President Lai Ching-te among those congratulating the team.
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