1997 Intercontinental Cup (baseball)

The 1997 Intercontinental Cup was a baseball tournament held in Barcelona, Spain from September 13 to September 21, 1997. It was the 13th edition of the Intercontinental Cup, a quadrennial international baseball competition organized by the International Baseball Association (IBA).

The tournament featured ten national teams: Australia, Cuba, France, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Nicaragua, South Korea, Spain (as host nation), and the United States.

Cuba won the tournament, defeating Australia in the final. The United States finished third, defeating South Korea in the bronze medal game.

The tournament was considered a significant event in international baseball, offering teams a chance to compete at a high level and showcasing talent from around the world. The Cuban team's victory further cemented their dominance in international baseball at the time. Key players and statistical leaders were recognized for their performances throughout the competition.