Hanshin Tigers vs Yakult Swallows
Box score
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Hanshin Tigers | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 1 |
 Yakult Swallows | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 1 |
AI match analysis
Predicted score: 4-2
Data suggests that the Hanshin Tigers have a solid advantage heading into this matchup, given their higher win percentage and strong recent performance. The Tigers have demonstrated effective scoring and defense compared to the Yakult Swallows, who have struggled away from home. With Hanshin's dominant head-to-head record against Yakult, the analysis predicts a likely victory for the home team.
- Hanshin Tigers rank 1 in the Central Division with a 61-47 record.
- Hanshin Tigers have a strong last 10 games average, scoring 3.7 runs and allowing only 2.5 runs per game.
- Yakult Swallows rank 4th in the same division with a 49-58 record and a lower away win rate of 40%.
- Hanshin Tigers have won 3 of the last 5 head-to-head matchups against Yakult Swallows.
Confidence is high because the win-probability gap between the two teams is moderate, and recent form, standings and head-to-head data are all available.
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Why AI favors Hanshin Tigers
- Sharper attackYakult Swallows
Yakult Swallows are averaging 2.7 runs scored per game over their recent matches.
2.7/game - Historical edgeHanshin Tigers
Hanshin Tigers have won 3 of the last 5 meetings between these two teams.
3/5 H2H wins - Higher league positionHanshin Tigers
Hanshin Tigers sit 3 places above Yakult Swallows in the table.
#1 vs #4 - Strong home recordHanshin Tigers
Hanshin Tigers have won 11 of their last 20 home matches.
11/20 home wins
Computed independently from historical data — not a model-reported reason.
How did our prediction do?
We picked Hanshin Tigers at 60% — final result was Yakult Swallows win, Hanshin Tigers 1-4 Yakult Swallows.
Predicted score was 4-2.
This was a high confidence pick (75/100) that didn't come through — a reminder that no forecast is guaranteed.
Match trends
- Hanshin Tigers have averaged 3.3 runs scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Yakult Swallows have averaged 2.7 runs scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Hanshin Tigers are unbeaten in 3 of the last 5 meetings with Yakult Swallows.
Head-to-head
Last 5 meetings
League standings
| # | Team | P | W | L | Diff | Win% | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hanshin Tigers | 115 | 65 | 50 | +66 | 56 | — |
| 2 |  Yomiuri Giants | 117 | 63 | 54 | +30 | 54 | — |
| 3 |  Yokohama BayStars | 116 | 52 | 64 | +5 | 45 | — |
| 4 | Yakult Swallows | 115 | 51 | 64 | -79 | 44 | — |
| 5 |  Chunichi Dragons | 119 | 51 | 68 | -6 | 43 | — |
| 6 |  Hiroshima Carp | 112 | 46 | 66 | -74 | 41 | — |
| 1 |  Fukuoka S. Hawks | 116 | 72 | 44 | +181 | 62 | — |
| 2 |  Seibu Lions | 119 | 67 | 52 | +37 | 56 | — |
| 3 |  Nippon Ham Fighters | 119 | 65 | 54 | +64 | 55 | — |
| 4 |  Orix Buffaloes | 118 | 56 | 62 | -71 | 48 | — |
| 5 |  Chiba Lotte Marines | 113 | 52 | 61 | -71 | 46 | — |
| 6 |  Rakuten Gold. Eagles | 115 | 45 | 70 | -82 | 39 | — |
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Who is likely to win Hanshin Tigers vs Yakult Swallows?+
Our AI model favors Hanshin Tigers to win, with a 60% probability (Yakult Swallows 40%).
What time does Hanshin Tigers vs Yakult Swallows start?+
First pitch is at Aug 20, 2026, 9:00 AM (your local time, based on your device).
What was the inning-by-inning score in Hanshin Tigers vs Yakult Swallows?+
Hanshin Tigers: 0, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0. Yakult Swallows: 0, 0, 1, 0, 0, 3, 0, 0, 0. Final: 1-4.