The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Yomiuri Giants at 1.74 — an implied 55% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Yomiuri Giants: opened 1.65, closed 1.74 (55%)
• Tokyo Yakult Swallows: opened 2.25, closed 2.10 (45%)

Yomiuri Giants v Tokyo Yakult Swallows — previous meetings

• 2026-08-25Yomiuri Giants 8-6 Tokyo Yakult Swallows
• 2026-08-09Tokyo Yakult Swallows 3-7 Yomiuri Giants
• 2026-07-01Tokyo Yakult Swallows 1-2 Yomiuri Giants
• 2026-06-30Tokyo Yakult Swallows 4-3 Yomiuri Giants