The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Staley, Jera at 1.35 — an implied 69% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Staley, Jera: opened 1.54, closed 1.35 (69%)
• Ito, Kuma: opened 2.37, closed 3.05 (31%)

Staley, Jera — recent form

• 2026-08-25Girdler, James 0-15 Staley, Jera
• 2026-08-24Staley, Jera 0-30 Tripathi, Eric

Ito, Kuma — recent form

• 2026-08-24Ito, Kuma 0-15 Tripathi, Eric
• 2026-08-24Ito, Kuma 40-30 Girdler, James
• 2026-08-20Girdler, James 15-30 Ito, Kuma
• 2026-08-18Aguiard, Enzo 15-0 Ito, Kuma