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Canada Stuns South Korea 5-1 to Advance in Little League World Series
Cruz Krpan drove in a run and Kian Sandhu struck out five in four scoreless innings as Canada set up a quarterfinal matchup with Japan.
On Tuesday, Canada defeated South Korea 5-1 at the Little League World Series in South Williamsport, with Shortstop Cruz Krpan recording two hits and driving in a run.
The Little Mountain team from Vancouver established a commanding early lead, scoring four runs in the first inning to advance further than recent Canadian squads at the tournament.
Relief pitcher Kian Sandhu struck out five batters over four innings, while Jean Ramos earned the win pitching two innings, as Canada limited South Korea to three hits.
South Korea threatened a comeback in the final half-inning with the bases loaded, but Sandhu struck out Rio Gil to secure the victory and end the game.
Canada will face Japan on Wednesday with a quarterfinal berth at stake, as the international bracket matchup takes place at Volunteer Stadium in the Little League World Series.