The European Baseball Championship is a biennial tournament that showcases the best national baseball teams from across Europe. Organized by the Confederation of European Baseball (CEB), the championship features teams competing for the title of European champion. The event typically includes a series of qualifying rounds leading up to the final tournament. The championship has a rich history, with its first edition held in 1954. Over the years, countries like Italy, Netherlands, and Germany have been prominent in the competition, contributing to the growth and popularity of baseball in Europe.