The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Yomiuri Giants at 1.59 — an implied 60% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Yomiuri Giants: opened 1.67, closed 1.59 (60%)
• Tokyo Yakult Swallows: opened 2.21, closed 2.38 (40%)

Tokyo Yakult Swallows v Yomiuri Giants — previous meetings

• 2026-07-01Tokyo Yakult Swallows 1-2 Yomiuri Giants
• 2026-06-30Tokyo Yakult Swallows 4-3 Yomiuri Giants