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BTS superstar V, also known as Kim Taehyung, is about to make history in Los Angeles. The LA Dodgers have confirmed that he will step onto the field as their guest of honour to throw the ceremonial first pitch during their game against the Cincinnati Reds.
This will be Taehyung’s very first ceremonial pitch outside of Korea, turning it into a global moment that connects sports and pop culture. The Dodgers announced the news on their official X account with the message: “ARMY, you ready? V will be at Dodger Stadium on 8/25 to throw out the ceremonial first pitch!” Within minutes, ARMYs around the world exploded with excitement.
For Indian fans, the big event will be streamed live on August 26. In Korea, the pitch is set for 11:10 AM KST. Wide streaming coverage means ARMYs everywhere can watch his big league debut as it happens.
This appearance comes shortly after V’s military discharge. In the months since, he has already made waves—turning heads at Paris Fashion Week as Celine’s ambassador, leading ads for Compose Coffee, and signing a major deal with Coca-Cola. Now, stepping onto the pitcher’s mound adds an entirely new chapter to his career. Fans are especially eager to see him in a Dodgers jersey, knowing his mix of athleticism and stage confidence will make the moment unforgettable.
Sports and BTS have long gone hand in hand. Suga worked as an NBA global ambassador, and the members have often been spotted at major games. But V’s ceremonial pitch in front of an international crowd marks a landmark crossover, bringing together two massive audiences like never before.
Social media is already buzzing with edits, countdowns, and predictions. Many ARMYs say this will be a cultural milestone that proves how BTS continues to expand far beyond music.