Rowdy Tellez and Alejandro Kirk score on same hit in WBC tune-up
rowdy tellez and Alejandro Kirk both scored on the same hit in a World Baseball Classic tune-up, a clip that went viral in the days before Mexico opens pool play on Friday against Great Britain.
Rowdy Tellez shows a striking contrast with Kirk
The highlight captured both players trotting home on one play, an image that underscored the contrast in their builds. In the clip, Alejandro Kirk and rowdy tellez finished the play together; Kirk is officially listed at 5-foot-8 and 245 pounds, while Rowdy Tellez is listed at 6-foot-4 and 270 pounds. Observers pointed out the visual contrast as much as the play itself, noting that both players "are big dudes" even though they differ greatly in height.
Kirk set to live out a longtime dream at Daikin Park
Alejandro Kirk will wear Mexico’s uniform in the WBC opener on Friday afternoon at Daikin Park against Great Britain. Kirk said he is excited to represent Mexico and will join a lineup that also includes Jarren Duran and Randy Arozarena. Kirk missed the 2023 Classic after withdrawing while he waited for the birth of his child, and he has said he longed to be part of the team since his youth in Tijuana.
Kirk brings notable postseason pedigree into the tournament: at 27 years old and a two-time All-Star, he has 24 career postseason hits, the most by any native of Mexico. In the 2026 World Series against the Dodgers he hit. 308 (8-for-26) with two home runs and six RBIs. His Major League resume also includes a Silver Slugger award and career highs that helped anchor his club as part of the American League champions.
What the lineup mix looks like for Mexico
Mexico’s roster for the Classic pairs power and experience. The batting order features the contrasting profiles of Kirk and Rowdy Tellez alongside outfielders Jarren Duran and Randy Arozarena; those names give the lineup depth and drew attention in the tune-up game. The viral moment of Kirk and rowdy tellez scoring on the same hit has fans talking about both players as Mexico begins pool play.
Mexico’s first WBC game is confirmed for Friday against Great Britain at Daikin Park. Team Mexico’s schedule moves from tune-up games into tournament play with that matchup, and the team will proceed through pool play following the opener.
