Gavin Williams' perfect game bid disrupted by bunt attempt and benches clear

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Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Gavin Williams' perfect game bid disrupted by bunt attempt and benches clear
Summary

Cleveland Guardians pitcher Gavin Williams is on the mound against the Arizona Diamondbacks, holding a perfect game into the sixth inning. In an unconventional move, Diamondbacks center fielder Tim Tawa attempted a bunt for a hit, leading to clashes between teams as benches cleared. Williams struck out 10 batters and has now recorded five consecutive games with 10 or more strikeouts. Following Tawa's bunt attempt, players from both teams confronted each other before a rain delay was called at Progressive Field. The incident reignited discussions about unwritten rules in baseball regarding offensive strategies during no-hit or perfect game situations.

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  • Gavin Williams has 10 strikeouts in 5 2/3 innings against the Diamondbacks.
  • Tim Tawa attempted a bunt to disrupt Williams' perfect game bid.
  • Benches cleared following the bunt attempt as teams confronted each other.
  • Game is currently under a rain delay at Progressive Field.
  • Williams has a streak of five consecutive starts with 10 or more strikeouts.
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  • 10:04 PMYahoo SportsGuardians pitcher Gavin Williams' perfect game attempt nearly broken up by Diamondbacks bunt, causing benches to empty
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Williams joined an exclusive trio in MLB history on Sunday, but violating one of baseball's unwritten rules overshadowed the achievement.

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