What Is Banana Ball? Inside The Greatest Show In Sports
by Explore Disney+ Contributor
Revised: October 14, 2026
Learn all about the spectacularly silly take on America’s national pastime and get the results of the first-ever Banana Bowl
Think you know what to expect at a ballpark? Banana Ball is about to prove you wrong. Get ready for competitive gameplay mixed with unpredictable spectacles, including dance routines, trick plays, and plenty of crowd participation. It’s a flipping wild ride, and there’s a reason they call it “The Greatest Show in Sports.”
The 2026 Banana Ball season came to an end in spectacular fashion as the Texas Tailgaters won the championship showdown against the Savannah Bananas. All six teams brought their signature entertainment to Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. for Banana Bowl: Presented Ad-Free by Liberty Mutual Insurance. We’ve got the scoop on the sport and the team in yellow that made it a viral phenomenon.
Learn All About Banana Ball
A familiar diamond becomes home to a whole different ballgame.
What is Banana Ball?
Banana Ball is a 2-hour, rule-breaking spin on baseball. The format first took place at Grayson Stadium in 2016, and it exploded online. Hundreds of millions of TikTok and YouTube views turned the Savannah Bananas into a viral sensation, fueling sellouts, the ESPN+ docuseries Bananaland (available free from ESPN with your Disney+ subscription),* and a coast-to-coast tour that now lands in MLB and NFL stadiums. For other takes on America’s pastime, including documentaries and nostalgic favorites, check out the baseball shows and movies streaming on Disney+.
What are the rules of Banana Ball?
Along with the epic walk-ups and choreographed dances, the Banana Ball rules are what make the sport so unique and fun. In this fast-paced show, bunts are illegal, fans can turn foul balls into outs, and batters can sprint around the bases on a walk, all while players perform dances and trick plays during the action.
During shows, commentators Josh Talevski and Biko Skalla keep you up to speed, analyzing gameplay and helping fans learn the ins and outs of the sport.
Everything You Need To Know About The 2026 Banana Bowl
Two teams battled for the title at the Banana Bowl: Presented Ad-Free by Liberty Mutual Insurance.
What is the Banana Bowl?
It’s the final show of the Banana Ball Championship League, where two teams compete for the championship title. It’s the biggest Banana Ball event of the year, and while only two teams face off for the title, all six teams join the spectacle.
When and where was the 2026 Banana Bowl?
The inaugural Banana Bowl took place on October 10, 2026, at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C.
Can I watch a replay of the 2026 Banana Bowl on Disney+?
Yes! You can watch a replay of the event which streamed live on Disney+.
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Who played in the 2026 Banana Bowl?
The Savannah Bananas took on the Texas Tailgaters.
Who won the 2026 Banana Bowl?
The Texas Tailgaters became the first-ever Banana Bowl champions.
Learn All About The Savannah Bananas
Find out more about the yellow team that sparked a sensation.
Who are the Savannah Bananas?
The Savannah Bananas are the original Banana Ball team who started the sport based on the ethos “Fans First. Entertain Always.”
The team won hearts across the nation with their 3-2-2 (third inning, second batter, second pitch) choreographed performances, larger-than-life celebrations, and drive to always put on a spectacular show.
You don’t become a Banana without serious athleticism and the heart of a showman. The Savannah Bananas team includes “The Glove Magician” Ryan Cox, backflipping outfielder David “DR” Meadows, and infielder Jackson Olson, who’s bringing his irresistible energy to Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars.
Where are the Savannah Bananas from?
The Bananas’ home is in Savannah, Georgia, and Grayson Stadium is their home field.
Who do the Savannah Bananas play?
In each of their shows, the Bananas square off against one of the Party Animals, Firefighters, Texas Tailgaters, Loco Beach Coconuts, or Indianapolis Clowns.
The Savannah Bananas + ESPN = A Pretty Sweet Team
“The Savannah Bananas have mastered the art of blending baseball with entertainment, creating an experience that resonates with fans of all ages, regardless of their baseball knowledge,” said Brent Colborne, ESPN Vice President of programming and content strategy. “From iconic football stadiums to classic ballparks, these events showcase the energy and creativity fans love, delivered with the full reach and flexibility of ESPN, Disney+, and ABC.”
“Our relationship with ESPN has been outstanding for the Savannah Bananas and for the sport of Banana Ball,” added Jesse Cole, founder and CEO of the Savannah Bananas.
“As the ‘Greatest Show in Sports’ makes its way to sold-out MLB, College Football and NFL Stadiums, ESPN is the perfect place to showcase the electricity of the game as we near the launch of the Banana Ball Championship League in 2026.”
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