K-pop group I-dle (formerly (G)I-dle) became the first-ever K-pop group to perform pregame at a Los Angeles Angels home game,  following it with a flawless honorary first pitch. 

They were honored to throw the first pitch at a Major League Baseball game and open the Angels’ game with a celebratory performance.

I-dle attended the game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Tampa Bay Rays at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California. 

Invited in a pre-celebration of Korean Heritage Night (Aug. 5), I-dle captivated local baseball fans with an on-field pregame performance and ceremonial first pitch.

Before the game, I-dle electrified the crowd with a standout performance, setting a vibrant tone for the stadium. 

Each member appeared in custom Los Angeles Angels uniforms reflecting their unique personalities, and performed their songs “Tomboy,” “Wife” and “Queencard,” drawing enthusiastic cheers from the audience. 

This marked a milestone: the first time a K-pop artist performed their songs during a pregame show at a Los Angeles Angels home game.

In addition, I-dle shared meaningful moments with Angels star players Mike Trout and Zach Neto, legendary Korean MLB pitcher Byung-hyun Kim, and former KBO standout pitcher Dustin Nippert.

Later, Yuqi stepped onto the mound to cheers from her members and Idle fans  as she delivered a powerful, flawless first pitch, energizing the stadium. 

“It’s such an honor to throw out a Major League first pitch for the first time, at Angel Stadium. Thanks to Mr. Byung-hyun Kim’s great coaching, I was able to do it well. Performing with my group members made this experience even more meaningful and fulfilling,” she said. 

That day, the Los Angeles Angels pulled off a come-from-behind win against the Tampa Bay Rays. 

After showing their status as a leading K-pop group at KCON LA 2025 on Aug. 2 and 3, I-dle will perform at All The K-pop Stage in Macau at The Venetian Arena on Aug. 9.