Bottom of the 9th: Lead-off Homer, Walk-off Single, KIA's Closers and Top Relievers Both Weep. First Career Record is a Bonus [Oh!ssen Suwon]

The KT Wiz secured a dramatic 10-9 walk-off victory against the KIA Tigers on June 20, 2026, thanks to a heroic performance from foreign hitter Sam Hilliard. The game, held at Suwon KT Wiz Park, saw the Tigers squander a substantial lead in the final inning, leaving fans stunned.

KIA held a commanding five-run advantage heading into the bottom of the ninth inning. However, the Tigers' bullpen, including their key relief pitchers, could not contain the Wiz's offense. The lead evaporated as KT staged a remarkable comeback, culminating in Hilliard's decisive hit.

Hilliard was the catalyst for the late-game surge. He first tied the game with a crucial home run, electrifying the home crowd. He then delivered the game-winning hit, an RBI single that sealed the victory for KT Wiz. This performance not only secured a vital win for his team but also marked a personal milestone, being his first career record-setting achievement.

The loss was a bitter pill for KIA, who had the game within their grasp. The collapse in the ninth inning will likely be a difficult outcome to overcome, highlighting defensive and pitching frailties that allowed the opposition to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.