The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Hanshin Tigers at 1.73 — an implied 55% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Hanshin Tigers: opened 1.71, closed 1.73 (55%)
• Yokohama Dena Baystars: opened 2.14, closed 2.12 (45%)

Hanshin Tigers — recent form

• 2026-06-17Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles 3-10 Hanshin Tigers
• 2026-06-16Saitama Seibu Lions 1-0 Hanshin Tigers