While baseball offers us multiple reasons to smile and cry, it sometimes becomes a source of pride for the parents who have rooted for their sons to make it big in the major league. All the sacrifices made by two brothers to get to the major league, only to find themselves facing each other, is something that many haven’t experienced in years. But this time, it’s going to happen—Jace and Josh Jung are ready to flex their competitive sides in a new way on Saturday in Detroit. But what’s more surprising is their mother, Mary Jung, donning an iconic attire that has grabbed the attention of fans.

It’s the first time that Jace Jung (Detroit Tigers) and Josh Jung (Texas Rangers) have played against each other in the Major League. As expected, their mother, Mary Jung, was ready for the moment, wearing a split Tigers-Rangers jersey. The day was indeed special, not just for the brothers but also for her, as it was Mother’s Day.

Sharing her excitement and proud feeling to watch her sons, Mary Jung said to Cody Stavehagen of the Athletics, “When you think about it that way, you’re just like, ‘Oh my gosh.” The setting was also appropriate, as both brothers play third base for their respective teams. However, putting everything aside—Rangers passing the Tigers by 10-3—it was Mary Jung’s jersey that stole the spotlight. “JUNG” and the names of Josh and Jace Jung were inscribed on the jersey that separated the two teams on either side.

That demonstrates their mother’s love, as she loves to treat them both equally and is proud of them regardless of which team she cheers for. For her, all that matters is how her sons play in the major league and, hopefully, strive to be better with time. But the half-Rangers, half-Tigers sewn together was not the only picture posted; the entire family also posed for pictures during the batting practice from the field.

While Mary Jung and her husband watched their sons compete against each other on the field, putting their best to help their respective teams win the competition, the split uniform set the internet abuzz with reactions pouring in from the fans.

 Mary Jung’s iconic attire sets the internet ablaze with reactions pouring in

As the pictures ricocheted through the social media platform, fans shared their reactions. One of them commented, “Having two of your kids make the majors has got to be a parent’s dream.” And who doesn’t want their children to attain success? During the early years, they both went on to play baseball at Texas Tech. While Josh Jung is older, Jace Jung never backed down as well. That’s how their journey to Major League Baseball started, and now it’s their turn to make their mother feel proud.

“On Mother’s Day weekend, what a gift for her,” a comment that truly aligns with what Mary Jung is witnessing now. That’s why she donned the split jersey. Reminds many of us of Mama Lowe for Nathaniel and Josh, who also wore a similar split Rays-Rangers jersey.

Then comes more comment: “We love Josh Jung!!” clearly showcasing the fan’s love for the Texas Rangers. And surprisingly, the Texas Rangers went past the Detroit Tigers, 10-3. However, we all have to wait for today’s final battle, as the winner will secure the three-game series.

However, amid the positive comments, there was a bit of criticism from an Instagram user, who wrote, “And just like that, Flaherty gave up two HRs. Get him off the team, bro. It seems like every time he plays, we lose.” It seems like Jack Flaherty has been targeted for giving away two home runs, which might have cost them the game. Not only did he once again fail to control the strike zone properly on Saturday, but he also didn’t make enough good pitches.

The final comment was nothing short of impressive: “What a gift for her,” a fan wrote, reflecting on the best gift a mother can have, that too, on Mother’s Day, watching her two sons make it to the major league. While it could have happened on any day, this day was something special, and it would remain etched in the memories of Mary Jung as well as her sons, Josh and Jace Jung, for a long time.

What are your thoughts on the split jersey?