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KBO Postseason 2026: Korean Series Dates and Tickets

Updated November 2, 2026

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KT Wiz and Samsung Lions meet in the 2026 Korean Series starting November 3 after Samsung beat KIA in five playoff games; KT will wear special King Jeongjo uniforms.

⚡ Latest developments

  • Nov 2 Samsung starter Won Tae-in said he is aiming for revenge against KT in the Korean Series, giving visiting fans a pitching storyline for the championship matchup.
  • Nov 2 Reports highlighted that the two Korean Series managers are both former Korean Series MVPs facing each other, adding a backstory for international fans following the KT-Samsung matchup.

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📅 Dates to know

Nov 3 Korean Series starts; KT Wiz vs Samsung Lions (Chosunbiz)

If you want to go

  • Plan tickets around the KT vs. Samsung series starting November 3; pre-sales for earlier playoff rounds opened at 2 p.m. on October 21, so check official channels early.
  • Expect sellout demand: the Samsung-KIA playoff sold out all 23,550 seats, extending Korea’s 42-game postseason sellout streak.
  • If attending a KT home game, note KT will wear King Jeongjo uniforms for the Korean Series.
  • Storylines to follow: Samsung starter Won Tae-in aiming for revenge against KT, and both managers being former Korean Series MVPs.

01 What happened

When Korean Series starts November 3, 2026, between KT and Samsung. KT and Samsung held media day November 2. Game 5 of the Samsung-KIA playoff ended November 1.
Where Korean Series between KT (regular-season first place) and Samsung (second place) at KBO stadiums in Korea. KT and Samsung are meeting for the first time in a championship series.
What Samsung beat KIA in the playoff to reach the Korean Series, with Jurado named playoff MVP. KT awaits as the regular-season first-place team. KIA’s Game 5 win pushed the Korean Series start to November 3.

02 Why it is happening

KIA forced a Game 5 by beating Samsung on October 31, delaying the Korean Series start to November 3. Samsung then clinched on November 1 behind Jurado’s second straight postseason gem. KT and Samsung are the top two regular-season teams facing each other for the first time in a Korean Series.

03 How it has unfolded

TodaySep 30 — KBO finalized the postseason schedule, opening with the wild-card round on October 14 and the Korean Series beginning in early November.1Oct 5 — KT Wiz clinched a direct berth to the Korean Series, capping the run with Choi Won-joon setting a single-season record of 204 hits.2Oct 8 — Authorities announced a crackdown on illegal ticket scalping for the postseason, with steep fines possible for overcharging; SK Broadband also offered Korean Series tickets to B tv+ subscribers.3Oct 9 — LG Twins reliever Kim Jin-sung apologized after suffering an injury that rules him out of the postseason, a setback for the team’s bullpen heading into the playoffs.4Oct 11 — KIA held off LG in the regular-season finale to secure the No. 3 seed for the postseason.5Oct 14 — LG Uplus conducted a special network inspection at Jamsil Baseball Stadium ahead of the final postseason games, boosting connectivity for fans attending the playoff games there.6Oct 14 — The KBO launched a campaign with police and a ministry to eradicate ticket scalping during the postseason, with fines possible for overcharging; fans should avoid unofficial resale tickets.7Oct 14 — LG and Doosan played their Jamsil wild-card game before a sellout crowd of 23,650, extending the KBO’s postseason sellout streak to 38 straight games.8Oct 14 — LG beat Seoul rivals Doosan in the one-game wild card to advance to the next postseason round, while Doosan exited after an eighth straight postseason loss.9Oct 14 — The start of fall baseball drove a surge in chicken and convenience store sales as tens of millions of fans watched the postseason games.10Oct 14 — Ex-MLB pitcher Carrasco threw a dominant game and Austin Dean delivered a key hit on his birthday as LG beat Doosan to open the KBO postseason in Seoul.11Oct 15 — LG advanced to the next postseason round but suffered another injury blow, adding to their bullpen concerns. Fans should note the team’s roster is being hit by injuries during the playoffs.12Oct 15 — An injured Samsung Lions batting champion resumed training ahead of the KBO postseason series, a possible boost to the team’s lineup for international fans following the playoffs.13Oct 15 — KT warned that wildcard-advancing LG poses a threat in the next playoff round, giving fans a scouting note ahead of the series.14Oct 15 — KBO playoff series was set to pit home run king Kim Do-young against LG’s Austin Dean, highlighting a power-hitting matchup for international fans watching the postseason.15Oct 15 — LG advanced to face the KIA Tigers in the next postseason round, setting the playoff matchup for fans following Korean Series hopefuls.16Oct 15 — An injured LG infielder will travel with the Twins for their postseason series against KIA, a possible lineup boost for fans following the playoff matchup.17Oct 16 — KIA Tigers and LG Twins were set to renew their postseason rivalry in the next playoff round, confirming the matchup for fans planning to follow the series toward the Korean Series.18Oct 16 — The KIA Tigers and LG Twins were set to renew a KBO postseason rivalry that had been dormant for a decade, adding historical context for fans following the playoff matchup.19Oct 17 — Kim Do-yeong said he would focus on error-free play to carry KIA through the short playoff series.20Oct 17 — KIA sold out its wild-card opener, extending the KBO postseason sellout streak; fans planning to attend games should book tickets early.21Oct 17 — KIA beat LG 5-1 in the postseason opener, with Kim Do-yeong hitting two home runs and Naile earning the win to extend the series lead.22Oct 17 — The KBO announced detailed rules for handling postseason rain ahead of the second game of the series, giving fans attending games clarity on postponement procedures.23Oct 17 — KIA and LG opened the KBO playoffs with lineup and injury concerns, an early postseason hurdle for both clubs ahead of fans planning to attend games in Korea.24Oct 18 — LG rookie Moon Jeong-bin is getting postseason playing time as cleanup hitter, a lineup note for fans following the Twins in the playoff series.25Oct 18 — KIA-LG playoff game sold out despite rain, extending the KBO postseason sellout streak to 40; fans planning to attend series games should book tickets early.26Oct 18 — KIA’s Oller delivered a strong postseason debut as the Tigers beat the Twins again to take a stranglehold on the series, leaving LG facing elimination as the playoff continued.27Oct 19 — Foreign-born starters were set to duel in the KBO postseason elimination game, with KIA’s Oller facing LG’s foreign ace as the Twins faced elimination.28Oct 19 — KIA scored five runs in the first inning of the playoff game, putting the Tigers one win away from advancing to the Korean Series round, with tickets for upcoming games expected to be in high demand.29Oct 20 — Kim Do-yeong, whose massive homer came in the clinching game, was voted the KBO postseason series MVP.30Oct 20 — A Japanese right-hander pitched the Tigers to the series-clinching win over the Twins.31Oct 20 — KIA swept LG to complete the postseason series and reach the Korean Series, with Kim Do-yeong hitting a grand slam in the clinching game; Korean Series tickets are now the next step for fans.32Oct 20 — Facing elimination, the Twins manager shuffled his lineup in search of a spark ahead of the next playoff game, a lineup change for fans following the series.33Oct 21 — A ugly loss by the KBO champions ended their run and closed the book on the iconic stadium, a venue note for visiting fans planning game-day trips.34Oct 21 — The KBO opened ticket sales for the KIA-Samsung playoff rematch, giving visiting fans and international attendees the chance to secure seats for the upcoming series.35Oct 21 — The KBO opened ticket sales for the KIA-Samsung playoff rematch, giving fans attending games in Korea a chance to buy seats for the postseason series.36Oct 21 — Ticket pre-sale for the KIA vs. Samsung playoff, a rematch of the 2024 Korean Series, opened at 2 p.m., giving fans a chance to buy seats early.37Oct 22 — Kim Do-yeong was voted KBO postseason series MVP after hitting a massive home run in the clinching game, adding a star attraction for international fans following the Korean Series race in Korea.38Oct 23 — Old KBO rivals advanced to a playoff duel deciding the final spot in the Korean Series, setting up the other championship matchup alongside KIA’s berth and drawing fan interest in upcoming tickets.39Oct 23 — The Korean Series opened between KIA, the league’s first-place finisher, and Samsung, with Kim Do-yeong threatening Samsung in the opener.40Oct 23 — Kim Do-yeong threatened Samsung with his play in the KBO playoff opener, a storyline for fans attending games in Korea.41Oct 24 — American starting pitchers faced off in the Korean Series opener between KIA and Samsung, as the championship series continued for fans attending games in Korea.42Oct 24 — Samsung’s KBO saves leader was ruled out for the Lions’ Korean Series due to injury, a roster blow for the championship matchup fans are attending in Korea.43Oct 25 — The Tigers manager predicted a low-scoring battle against the Lions in the KBO postseason matchup.44Oct 25 — A KBO postseason game was rained out, affecting fans attending the series in Korea.45Oct 25 — A report said KIA Tigers’ rapid postseason pace was sparking financial fears, adding an off-field concern for fans following the Korean Series.46Oct 25 — The Lions manager said he would lean on a breakout pitcher as a new closer in the KBO postseason, a pitching-role change for Samsung during the Korean Series.47Oct 26 — Rain canceled the KBO playoff opener, forcing a postponement of the game and changing plans for fans attending in Korea.48Oct 26 — The Lions captain returned from injury and said he would do whatever it takes to help Samsung win the KBO postseason, adding roster news for fans following the Korean Series.49Oct 26 — Foreign-born starting pitchers were set to duel in Game 2 of the KBO postseason series between KIA and Samsung.50Oct 26 — KIA took Game 1 of the playoff against Samsung, with Castro driving in three runs; the win was KIA’s first playoff victory in 24 years and gave it a 77% edge in the race to the Korean Series.51Oct 26 — Samsung and KIA sold out all 23,550 seats as Korea extended its 42-game postseason sellout streak, signaling high demand for fans planning to attend.52Oct 26 — KIA’s Castro, once a candidate to be cut, delivered a big postseason win for the Tigers, adding a storyline for fans following the Korean Series race.53Oct 27 — A veteran KIA/Samsung starter took on an unfamiliar relief role during the KBO postseason, adding a pitching-change storyline for fans attending the Korean Series games in Korea.54Oct 27 — Samsung beat KIA to even the KBO postseason series, setting up a level Korean Series race for fans attending games in Korea.55Oct 27 — The Tigers manager said he was not surprised by the Lions’ lineup changes in the KBO postseason, adding a managerial reaction ahead of the Korean Series race.56Oct 27 — Samsung’s manager made lineup changes after a postseason loss, bringing back a veteran hitter as the Lions tried to close out the Korean Series race.57Oct 28 — Choi Won-tae and Shirakawa started against each other in Game 3 of the KBO playoff between Samsung and KIA, a pitching matchup for fans attending the game in Korea.58Oct 29 — The KIA captain called for early offense in the pivotal KBO postseason game, a managerial reaction for fans following the Korean Series race.59Oct 29 — Samsung beat KIA in the KBO playoff and moved to the verge of winning the series and reaching the Korean Series, a step closer for fans planning tickets in Korea.60Oct 29 — Samsung beat KIA 6-4 to move one win from the Korean Series, despite Kim Do-young hitting his fourth home run of the postseason.61Oct 29 — The starting pitchers from the series opener were set to rematch in the KBO postseason elimination game between Samsung and KIA.62Oct 30 — Samsung infielder Ryu Ji-hyuk hit his first postseason home run against his former team KIA, saying it felt incredible, adding a storyline for fans following the Korean Series race in Korea.63Oct 30 — Facing postseason elimination, KIA moved its sluggers up in a new-look lineup, a lineup change for fans following the Korean Series race in Korea.64Oct 30 — KIA beat Samsung to stave off postseason elimination, extending the playoff series and keeping the Korean Series race alive for fans planning to attend games in Korea.65Oct 31 — KIA forced a Game 5 in the KBO playoff, pushing the Korean Series start to November 3 and delaying the schedule for fans planning tickets in Korea.66Oct 31 — The right-handed starting pitchers from the series opener squared off again with the Korean Series berth at stake, giving fans a decisive playoff pitching rematch.67Nov 1 — Samsung’s manager told his players to have fun in the do-or-die postseason game, a managerial message for fans following the Korean Series race in Korea.68Nov 1 — Samsung’s manager said he hopes for better defense with the team heading into the Korean Series.69Nov 1 — Jurado pitched Samsung to the Korean Series with his second straight postseason gem in the clinching game.70Nov 1 — Samsung beat KIA to advance to the Korean Series, where the Lions will face KT, giving visiting fans the matchup to plan tickets around.71Nov 1 — Jurado was named playoff MVP after Samsung clinched the Korean Series berth, adding an award storyline for fans following the matchup with KT.72Nov 1 — KT announced it will wear King Jeongjo uniforms for the Korean Series, a visual detail for visiting fans attending the series against Samsung.73Nov 2 — KT and Samsung held a Korean Series media day ahead of their first-ever championship meeting, with players already trading playful jabs about rings, building anticipation for visiting fans.74Nov 2 — Reports highlighted that the two Korean Series managers are both former Korean Series MVPs facing each other, adding a backstory for international fans following the KT-Samsung matchup.75Nov 2 — Samsung starter Won Tae-in said he is aiming for revenge against KT in the Korean Series, giving visiting fans a pitching storyline for the championship matchup.76Nov 3 — Korean Series starts; KT Wiz vs Samsung LionsNov 3Sep 30
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  1. Nov 2 UpdateSingle reportSamsung starter Won Tae-in said he is aiming for revenge against KT in the Korean Series, giving visiting fans a pitching storyline for the championship matchup. — 조선일보
  2. Nov 2 UpdateReports highlighted that the two Korean Series managers are both former Korean Series MVPs facing each other, adding a backstory for international fans following the KT-Samsung matchup. — Korea JoongAng Daily
  3. Nov 2 UpdateSingle reportKT and Samsung held a Korean Series media day ahead of their first-ever championship meeting, with players already trading playful jabs about rings, building anticipation for visiting fans. — 스타뉴스
  4. Nov 1 UpdateSingle reportKT announced it will wear King Jeongjo uniforms for the Korean Series, a visual detail for visiting fans attending the series against Samsung. — 헤럴드경제
  5. Nov 1 UpdateSingle reportJurado was named playoff MVP after Samsung clinched the Korean Series berth, adding an award storyline for fans following the matchup with KT. — 파이낸셜뉴스
  6. Nov 1 UpdateSamsung beat KIA to advance to the Korean Series, where the Lions will face KT, giving visiting fans the matchup to plan tickets around. — Chosunbiz, The Korea Times
  7. Nov 1 UpdateJurado pitched Samsung to the Korean Series with his second straight postseason gem in the clinching game. — Yonhap News Agency
  8. Nov 1 ResponseSamsung’s manager said he hopes for better defense with the team heading into the Korean Series. — Yonhap News Agency
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  1. Nov 1 ResponseSamsung’s manager told his players to have fun in the do-or-die postseason game, a managerial message for fans following the Korean Series race in Korea. — The Korea Times
  2. Oct 31 UpdateThe right-handed starting pitchers from the series opener squared off again with the Korean Series berth at stake, giving fans a decisive playoff pitching rematch. — The Korea Times
  3. Oct 31 DatesKIA forced a Game 5 in the KBO playoff, pushing the Korean Series start to November 3 and delaying the schedule for fans planning tickets in Korea. — Chosunbiz, 조선일보
  4. Oct 30 UpdateKIA beat Samsung to stave off postseason elimination, extending the playoff series and keeping the Korean Series race alive for fans planning to attend games in Korea. — The Korea Times
  5. Oct 30 UpdateFacing postseason elimination, KIA moved its sluggers up in a new-look lineup, a lineup change for fans following the Korean Series race in Korea. — The Korea Times
  6. Oct 30 UpdateSamsung infielder Ryu Ji-hyuk hit his first postseason home run against his former team KIA, saying it felt incredible, adding a storyline for fans following the Korean Series race in Korea. — The Korea Times
  7. Oct 29 DatesThe starting pitchers from the series opener were set to rematch in the KBO postseason elimination game between Samsung and KIA. — Yonhap News Agency
  8. Oct 29 UpdateSamsung beat KIA 6-4 to move one win from the Korean Series, despite Kim Do-young hitting his fourth home run of the postseason. — Yonhap News Agency, 조선일보
  9. Oct 29 UpdateSamsung beat KIA in the KBO playoff and moved to the verge of winning the series and reaching the Korean Series, a step closer for fans planning tickets in Korea. — Yonhap News Agency
  10. Oct 29 ResponseThe KIA captain called for early offense in the pivotal KBO postseason game, a managerial reaction for fans following the Korean Series race. — The Korea Herald
  11. Oct 28 UpdateChoi Won-tae and Shirakawa started against each other in Game 3 of the KBO playoff between Samsung and KIA, a pitching matchup for fans attending the game in Korea. — The Korea Herald, Korea JoongAng Daily
  12. Oct 27 UpdateSamsung’s manager made lineup changes after a postseason loss, bringing back a veteran hitter as the Lions tried to close out the Korean Series race. — The Korea Times
  13. Oct 27 ResponseThe Tigers manager said he was not surprised by the Lions’ lineup changes in the KBO postseason, adding a managerial reaction ahead of the Korean Series race. — The Korea Times
  14. Oct 27 UpdateSamsung beat KIA to even the KBO postseason series, setting up a level Korean Series race for fans attending games in Korea. — Yonhap News Agency
  15. Oct 27 UpdateA veteran KIA/Samsung starter took on an unfamiliar relief role during the KBO postseason, adding a pitching-change storyline for fans attending the Korean Series games in Korea. — Yonhap News Agency
  16. Oct 26 UpdateKIA’s Castro, once a candidate to be cut, delivered a big postseason win for the Tigers, adding a storyline for fans following the Korean Series race. — Yonhap News Agency
  17. Oct 26 UpdateSamsung and KIA sold out all 23,550 seats as Korea extended its 42-game postseason sellout streak, signaling high demand for fans planning to attend. — Chosunbiz
  18. Oct 26 UpdateKIA took Game 1 of the playoff against Samsung, with Castro driving in three runs; the win was KIA’s first playoff victory in 24 years and gave it a 77% edge in the race to the Korean Series. — Seoul Economic Daily, 파이낸셜뉴스
  19. Oct 26 DatesForeign-born starting pitchers were set to duel in Game 2 of the KBO postseason series between KIA and Samsung. — Yonhap News Agency
  20. Oct 26 UpdateThe Lions captain returned from injury and said he would do whatever it takes to help Samsung win the KBO postseason, adding roster news for fans following the Korean Series. — The Korea Times
  21. Oct 26 UpdateSingle reportRain canceled the KBO playoff opener, forcing a postponement of the game and changing plans for fans attending in Korea. — 조선일보
  22. Oct 25 UpdateThe Lions manager said he would lean on a breakout pitcher as a new closer in the KBO postseason, a pitching-role change for Samsung during the Korean Series. — Yonhap News Agency
  23. Oct 25 UpdateSingle reportA report said KIA Tigers’ rapid postseason pace was sparking financial fears, adding an off-field concern for fans following the Korean Series. — 조선일보
  24. Oct 25 UpdateA KBO postseason game was rained out, affecting fans attending the series in Korea. — The Korea Times
  25. Oct 25 ResponseThe Tigers manager predicted a low-scoring battle against the Lions in the KBO postseason matchup. — Yonhap News Agency
  26. Oct 24 UpdateSamsung’s KBO saves leader was ruled out for the Lions’ Korean Series due to injury, a roster blow for the championship matchup fans are attending in Korea. — Yonhap News Agency
  27. Oct 24 UpdateAmerican starting pitchers faced off in the Korean Series opener between KIA and Samsung, as the championship series continued for fans attending games in Korea. — Yonhap News Agency
  28. Oct 23 UpdateKim Do-yeong threatened Samsung with his play in the KBO playoff opener, a storyline for fans attending games in Korea. — Chosunbiz
  29. Oct 23 UpdateThe Korean Series opened between KIA, the league’s first-place finisher, and Samsung, with Kim Do-yeong threatening Samsung in the opener. — Chosunbiz, 매일경제
  30. Oct 23 UpdateOld KBO rivals advanced to a playoff duel deciding the final spot in the Korean Series, setting up the other championship matchup alongside KIA’s berth and drawing fan interest in upcoming tickets. — The Korea Times
  31. Oct 22 UpdateKim Do-yeong was voted KBO postseason series MVP after hitting a massive home run in the clinching game, adding a star attraction for international fans following the Korean Series race in Korea. — Yonhap News Agency, OANANews
  32. Oct 21 DatesTicket pre-sale for the KIA vs. Samsung playoff, a rematch of the 2024 Korean Series, opened at 2 p.m., giving fans a chance to buy seats early. — Chosunbiz, 스타뉴스
  33. Oct 21 DatesThe KBO opened ticket sales for the KIA-Samsung playoff rematch, giving fans attending games in Korea a chance to buy seats for the postseason series. — Chosunbiz
  34. Oct 21 NewThe KBO opened ticket sales for the KIA-Samsung playoff rematch, giving visiting fans and international attendees the chance to secure seats for the upcoming series. — Chosunbiz
  35. Oct 21 UpdateA ugly loss by the KBO champions ended their run and closed the book on the iconic stadium, a venue note for visiting fans planning game-day trips. — The Korea Times
  36. Oct 20 ResponseFacing elimination, the Twins manager shuffled his lineup in search of a spark ahead of the next playoff game, a lineup change for fans following the series. — Yonhap News Agency
  37. Oct 20 UpdateKIA swept LG to complete the postseason series and reach the Korean Series, with Kim Do-yeong hitting a grand slam in the clinching game; Korean Series tickets are now the next step for fans. — Yonhap News Agency, Chosunbiz
  38. Oct 20 UpdateA Japanese right-hander pitched the Tigers to the series-clinching win over the Twins. — Yonhap News Agency
  39. Oct 20 NewKim Do-yeong, whose massive homer came in the clinching game, was voted the KBO postseason series MVP. — Yonhap News Agency
  40. Oct 19 UpdateKIA scored five runs in the first inning of the playoff game, putting the Tigers one win away from advancing to the Korean Series round, with tickets for upcoming games expected to be in high demand. — Korea JoongAng Daily
  41. Oct 19 UpdateForeign-born starters were set to duel in the KBO postseason elimination game, with KIA’s Oller facing LG’s foreign ace as the Twins faced elimination. — Yonhap News Agency
  42. Oct 18 UpdateKIA’s Oller delivered a strong postseason debut as the Tigers beat the Twins again to take a stranglehold on the series, leaving LG facing elimination as the playoff continued. — Yonhap News Agency
  43. Oct 18 UpdateKIA-LG playoff game sold out despite rain, extending the KBO postseason sellout streak to 40; fans planning to attend series games should book tickets early. — Chosunbiz
  44. Oct 18 UpdateLG rookie Moon Jeong-bin is getting postseason playing time as cleanup hitter, a lineup note for fans following the Twins in the playoff series. — Korea JoongAng Daily
  45. Oct 17 UpdateSingle reportKIA and LG opened the KBO playoffs with lineup and injury concerns, an early postseason hurdle for both clubs ahead of fans planning to attend games in Korea. — Demokratis.co.id
  46. Oct 17 NewSingle reportThe KBO announced detailed rules for handling postseason rain ahead of the second game of the series, giving fans attending games clarity on postponement procedures. — 매일경제
  47. Oct 17 UpdateKIA beat LG 5-1 in the postseason opener, with Kim Do-yeong hitting two home runs and Naile earning the win to extend the series lead. — Yonhap News Agency, The Korea Times
  48. Oct 17 UpdateKIA sold out its wild-card opener, extending the KBO postseason sellout streak; fans planning to attend games should book tickets early. — Chosunbiz
  49. Oct 17 UpdateKim Do-yeong said he would focus on error-free play to carry KIA through the short playoff series. — Chosunbiz
  50. Oct 16 UpdateThe KIA Tigers and LG Twins were set to renew a KBO postseason rivalry that had been dormant for a decade, adding historical context for fans following the playoff matchup. — Korea JoongAng Daily
  51. Oct 16 UpdateKIA Tigers and LG Twins were set to renew their postseason rivalry in the next playoff round, confirming the matchup for fans planning to follow the series toward the Korean Series. — Yonhap News Agency, Korea JoongAng Daily
  52. Oct 15 UpdateAn injured LG infielder will travel with the Twins for their postseason series against KIA, a possible lineup boost for fans following the playoff matchup. — Yonhap News Agency
  53. Oct 15 DatesLG advanced to face the KIA Tigers in the next postseason round, setting the playoff matchup for fans following Korean Series hopefuls. — Korea JoongAng Daily, The Korea Times
  54. Oct 15 DatesSingle reportKBO playoff series was set to pit home run king Kim Do-young against LG’s Austin Dean, highlighting a power-hitting matchup for international fans watching the postseason. — Seoul Economic Daily
  55. Oct 15 UpdateKT warned that wildcard-advancing LG poses a threat in the next playoff round, giving fans a scouting note ahead of the series. — Chosunbiz
  56. Oct 15 UpdateAn injured Samsung Lions batting champion resumed training ahead of the KBO postseason series, a possible boost to the team’s lineup for international fans following the playoffs. — Yonhap News Agency
  57. Oct 15 UpdateLG advanced to the next postseason round but suffered another injury blow, adding to their bullpen concerns. Fans should note the team’s roster is being hit by injuries during the playoffs. — The Korea Times
  58. Oct 14 UpdateEx-MLB pitcher Carrasco threw a dominant game and Austin Dean delivered a key hit on his birthday as LG beat Doosan to open the KBO postseason in Seoul. — Yonhap News Agency, World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC)
  59. Oct 14 UpdateSingle reportThe start of fall baseball drove a surge in chicken and convenience store sales as tens of millions of fans watched the postseason games. — 머니투데이
  60. Oct 14 UpdateLG beat Seoul rivals Doosan in the one-game wild card to advance to the next postseason round, while Doosan exited after an eighth straight postseason loss. — Chosunbiz, Yonhap News Agency
  61. Oct 14 UpdateLG and Doosan played their Jamsil wild-card game before a sellout crowd of 23,650, extending the KBO’s postseason sellout streak to 38 straight games. — Chosunbiz, 스타뉴스
  62. Oct 14 NewThe KBO launched a campaign with police and a ministry to eradicate ticket scalping during the postseason, with fines possible for overcharging; fans should avoid unofficial resale tickets. — Chosunbiz, 매일경제
  63. Oct 14 UpdateLG Uplus conducted a special network inspection at Jamsil Baseball Stadium ahead of the final postseason games, boosting connectivity for fans attending the playoff games there. — BigGo Finance, Seoul Economic Daily
  64. Oct 11 UpdateKIA held off LG in the regular-season finale to secure the No. 3 seed for the postseason. — Yonhap News Agency, The Korea Times
  65. Oct 9 UpdateLG Twins reliever Kim Jin-sung apologized after suffering an injury that rules him out of the postseason, a setback for the team’s bullpen heading into the playoffs. — Chosunbiz, 조선일보
  66. Oct 8 NewAuthorities announced a crackdown on illegal ticket scalping for the postseason, with steep fines possible for overcharging; SK Broadband also offered Korean Series tickets to B tv+ subscribers. — Aju Press, 조선일보
  67. Oct 5 UpdateKT Wiz clinched a direct berth to the Korean Series, capping the run with Choi Won-joon setting a single-season record of 204 hits. — Chosunbiz, Korea JoongAng Daily
  68. Sep 30 DatesKBO finalized the postseason schedule, opening with the wild-card round on October 14 and the Korean Series beginning in early November. — Chosunbiz, Yonhap News Agency

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When does the 2026 Korean Series start?

November 3, 2026. The start was pushed back from earlier when KIA forced a Game 5 in the Samsung-KIA playoff on October 31.

Who is playing in the 2026 Korean Series?

KT Wiz, the regular-season first-place team, and the Samsung Lions, who beat KIA in the playoffs on November 1. It is their first-ever Korean Series meeting.

How do I get Korean Series tickets as a foreigner?

Ticket pre-sale for the KIA vs. Samsung playoff opened at 2 p.m. on October 21. Korean Series ticketing details for the KT-Samsung series have not been announced in the timeline.

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