The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Fukuoka Softbank Hawks at 1.39 — an implied 69% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Chiba Lotte Marines: opened 2.90, closed 3.05 (31%)
• Fukuoka Softbank Hawks: opened 1.41, closed 1.39 (69%)

Chiba Lotte Marines v Fukuoka Softbank Hawks — previous meetings

• 2026-08-11Chiba Lotte Marines 1-16 Fukuoka Softbank Hawks
• 2026-07-05Chiba Lotte Marines 2-7 Fukuoka Softbank Hawks
• 2026-07-04Chiba Lotte Marines 8-1 Fukuoka Softbank Hawks
• 2026-07-03Chiba Lotte Marines 2-3 Fukuoka Softbank Hawks