The two teams headed into their match fresh from having earned victories in their opening match of the tournament.

In front of a crowd of 37,446, the United States made a strong start as they held a 3-0 lead after four innings of the tie.

The Dominican Republic were unable to reduce the deficit in the next two innings, with the score moving onto 5-2.

Their team staged a late fightback to claim victory as they scored one run in the seventh innings before completing the turnaround by scoring four runs in the eighth.

Victory was sealed when the US failed to achieve any runs in the ninth innings, giving the Dominican Republic a 7-5 win.

Colombia moved level with the US in the Pool C standings as they secured a 4-1 win over Canada in the early game.

They now boast a victory and one defeat from their matches so far but their hopes of reaching the semi-final appear dependent on defeating unbeaten Dominican Republic in their final pool match.

Puerto Rico took full control of Pool D, after they overcame hosts Mexico 9-4 at the Estadio Charros de Jalisco.

Having beaten Mexico in their opening match, Italy lost 11-10 to Venezuela in a thrilling match.

The pool is due to conclude with Italy taking on Puerto Rico tomorrow, while Venezuela will also be in search of a semi-final spot when they meet Mexico.

The second round of the tournament is also due to begin tomorrow, with the top two teams in Pool A and B scheduled to compete.

Tournament surprise package Israel will seek to continue their dream debut when they play Cuba in their first Pool E match.

Japan will then face The Netherlands at the Tokyo Dome.