The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Hanshin Tigers at 1.38 — an implied 69% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Tokyo Yakult Swallows: opened 3.15, closed 3.05 (31%)
• Hanshin Tigers: opened 1.36, closed 1.38 (69%)

Hanshin Tigers v Tokyo Yakult Swallows — previous meetings

• 2026-08-20Tokyo Yakult Swallows 4-1 Hanshin Tigers
• 2026-08-02Hanshin Tigers 4-3 Tokyo Yakult Swallows
• 2026-08-01Hanshin Tigers 7-3 Tokyo Yakult Swallows
• 2026-07-31Hanshin Tigers 4-3 Tokyo Yakult Swallows
• 2026-06-23Tokyo Yakult Swallows 4-3 Hanshin Tigers