The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Saitama Seibu Lions at 1.72 — an implied 55% chance. Chiba Lotte Marines upset it.

• Chiba Lotte Marines: opened 2.09, closed 2.14 (45%)
• Saitama Seibu Lions: opened 1.75, closed 1.72 (55%)

Saitama Seibu Lions v Chiba Lotte Marines — previous meetings

• 2026-08-16Chiba Lotte Marines 0-7 Saitama Seibu Lions
• 2026-08-15Chiba Lotte Marines 5-1 Saitama Seibu Lions
• 2026-08-14Chiba Lotte Marines 0-7 Saitama Seibu Lions
• 2026-08-05Saitama Seibu Lions 0-8 Chiba Lotte Marines
• 2026-08-04Saitama Seibu Lions 3-5 Chiba Lotte Marines