Team USA, despite being one of the favorites in the World Baseball Classic, has rarely had easy moments against Mexico, a team that has beaten them three times and against whom the Americans recently brought that drought to an end.
The most recent time Team USA defeated Mexico came in 2026, when the national team won 5–3 in a Pool B game of the WBC at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas. Paul Skenes was the starting pitcher.
Following that victory, the United States finally snapped Mexico’s long-standing dominance. The U.S. hadn’t secured a WBC win over their rivals since 2006. That 20-year drought finally came to an end after a grueling classic for the Americans.
Team USA’s record against Mexico
Team USA has two wins and three losses against Mexico in the World Baseball Classic since 2006. It has been a difficult stretch for the national team, and even with star-studded rosters, including players like Mike Trout, who wasn’t able to participate in the 2026 edition, that hasn’t been enough to beat Mexico.
- 2006: First round — USA wins 2–0
- 2006: Second round — Mexico wins 2–1
- 2013: First round — Mexico wins 5–2
- 2023: First round — Mexico wins 11–5
- 2026: First Round (Pool Stage) — USA wins 5-3
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The memorable 11–5 loss Team USA suffered in 2023 was one of the most notable games in the rivalry. Mexico jumped out to an early lead, and it’s also worth noting that the U.S. didn’t have its best arms on the mound. Nick Martinez was the starter and lost control during the first two innings.
For Team USA to hold a winning record against Mexico in the World Baseball Classic, they would need to win three straight games, essentially creating a winning streak similar to the one Mexico has maintained over the past 20 years.
