The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Saitama Seibu Lions at 1.79 — an implied 53% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Chiba Lotte Marines: opened 2.14, closed 2.04 (47%)
• Saitama Seibu Lions: opened 1.72, closed 1.79 (53%)

Saitama Seibu Lions v Chiba Lotte Marines — previous meetings

• 2026-09-01Saitama Seibu Lions 0-1 Chiba Lotte Marines
• 2026-08-16Chiba Lotte Marines 0-7 Saitama Seibu Lions
• 2026-08-15Chiba Lotte Marines 5-1 Saitama Seibu Lions
• 2026-08-14Chiba Lotte Marines 0-7 Saitama Seibu Lions
• 2026-08-05Saitama Seibu Lions 0-8 Chiba Lotte Marines
• 2026-08-04Saitama Seibu Lions 3-5 Chiba Lotte Marines