The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Saitama Seibu Lions at 1.67 — an implied 57% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Orix Buffaloes: opened 2.30, closed 2.22 (43%)
• Saitama Seibu Lions: opened 1.63, closed 1.67 (57%)

Orix Buffaloes v Saitama Seibu Lions — previous meetings

• 2026-08-01Orix Buffaloes 1-4 Saitama Seibu Lions
• 2026-07-31Orix Buffaloes 5-4 Saitama Seibu Lions
• 2026-07-05Saitama Seibu Lions 1-3 Orix Buffaloes
• 2026-06-21Saitama Seibu Lions 5-3 Orix Buffaloes
• 2026-06-20Saitama Seibu Lions 4-0 Orix Buffaloes