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A NINE-run first inning set the tone as Japan smashed Australia to secure the women's world baseball title in Maracay, Venezuala.
The Japanese raced to their early lead and were never headed by the Australians, going on to win 13-3.
After Japan's batters made a strong start, pitchers Yukari Isozaki and Ayami Sato held Australia's offence in check throughout the rest of the game at Jose Perez Colmenares Stadium in the northern city of Maracay.
