'37 Degrees at 6 PM': Unbearable Heat Forces Busan and Changwon Games Cancellation

The intense heat has forced another KBO professional baseball game to be canceled, this time the matchup between the Samsung Lions and Lotte Giants in Busan on August 1, 2026. The decision was made early in the afternoon, reflecting the severity of the heatwave gripping the region.

This cancellation mirrors the earlier decision in Changwon, where a game between the KIA Tigers and NC Dinos was also called off due to the extreme temperatures. The conditions in Busan were described as unbearable, with temperatures reaching 37 degrees Celsius even by 6 p.m., making it unsafe for players to perform.

Organizers prioritized the safety of all involved, acknowledging that the current weather conditions made it impossible for the athletes to play and posed significant risks to fans attending the game at Sajik Baseball Stadium.