The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Hanshin Tigers at 1.36 — an implied 70% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Tokyo Yakult Swallows: closed 3.20 (30%)
• Hanshin Tigers: closed 1.36 (70%)

Hanshin Tigers v Tokyo Yakult Swallows — previous meetings

• 2026-09-03Hanshin Tigers 7-4 Tokyo Yakult Swallows
• 2026-09-02Hanshin Tigers 3-5 Tokyo Yakult Swallows
• 2026-09-01Hanshin Tigers 6-2 Tokyo Yakult Swallows
• 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