The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Fukuoka Softbank Hawks at 1.33 — an implied 72% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Orix Buffaloes: opened 3.15, closed 3.35 (28%)
• Fukuoka Softbank Hawks: opened 1.36, closed 1.33 (72%)

Fukuoka Softbank Hawks v Orix Buffaloes — previous meetings

• 2026-08-30Fukuoka Softbank Hawks 6-3 Orix Buffaloes
• 2026-08-29Fukuoka Softbank Hawks 3-4 Orix Buffaloes
• 2026-08-28Fukuoka Softbank Hawks 2-0 Orix Buffaloes
• 2026-08-23Orix Buffaloes 3-0 Fukuoka Softbank Hawks
• 2026-08-22Orix Buffaloes 1-7 Fukuoka Softbank Hawks
• 2026-07-07Fukuoka Softbank Hawks 6-3 Orix Buffaloes
• 2026-06-25Orix Buffaloes 2-5 Fukuoka Softbank Hawks