Orix Buffaloes vs Fukuoka S. Hawks

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LWLLRuns 32-554th in Pacific Division · 56-62
WLWWRuns 52-271st in Pacific Division · 72-44
Home9W 11L(82-92)
Away16W 3L(85-45)
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AI match analysis

Preliminary — updates once lineups are confirmed

Orix Buffaloes win
16%
Fukuoka S. Hawks win
84%

Predicted score: 3-8

Data suggests that Fukuoka S. Hawks are significantly stronger this season, holding a .621 win percentage compared to Orix Buffaloes' .475. The numbers favor the Hawks, who have not only performed well away from home but have also dominated recent encounters with the Buffaloes.

  • Fukuoka S. Hawks have an away win rate of 84% this season.
  • Orix Buffaloes scored an average of only 3.2 runs in their last 10 games.
  • In head-to-head matchups, Fukuoka S. Hawks have won 4 of the last 5 games against Orix Buffaloes.
AI ConfidenceHigh confidence
100/100

Confidence is high because the win-probability gap between the two teams is decisive, and recent form, standings and head-to-head data are all available.

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Why AI favors Fukuoka S. Hawks

  • Tighter defenseFukuoka S. Hawks

    Fukuoka S. Hawks are conceding just 2.7 runs per game over their recent matches.

    2.7/game conceded
  • Sharper attackFukuoka S. Hawks

    Fukuoka S. Hawks are averaging 5.2 runs scored per game over their recent matches.

    5.2/game
  • Poor recent formOrix Buffaloes

    Orix Buffaloes have lost 3 of their last 5 matches.

    2W 0D 3L
  • Good recent formFukuoka S. Hawks

    Fukuoka S. Hawks have won 3 of their last 5 matches.

    3W 0D 2L

Computed independently from historical data — not a model-reported reason.

Match trends

  • Orix Buffaloes have averaged 3.2 runs scored per game over their last 10 matches.
  • Fukuoka S. Hawks have averaged 5.2 runs scored per game over their last 10 matches.
  • Orix Buffaloes are unbeaten in 2 of the last 5 meetings with Fukuoka S. Hawks.
Odds not available for this match yet.

Head-to-head

Last 5 meetings

2Orix Buffaloes wins
3Fukuoka S. Hawks wins
7-19Runs

League standings

#TeamPWLDiffWin%Form
1
Hanshin Tigers
1156550+6656
2
Yomiuri Giants
1176354+3054
3
Yokohama BayStars
1165264+545
4
Yakult Swallows
1155164-7944
5
Chunichi Dragons
1195168-643
6
Hiroshima Carp
1124666-7441
1
Fukuoka S. Hawks
1167244+18162
2
Seibu Lions
1196752+3756
3
Nippon Ham Fighters
1196554+6455
4
Orix Buffaloes
1185662-7148
5
Chiba Lotte Marines
1135261-7146
6
Rakuten Gold. Eagles
1154570-8239

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Frequently asked questions

Who is likely to win Orix Buffaloes vs Fukuoka S. Hawks?+

Our AI model favors Fukuoka S. Hawks to win, with a 84% probability (Orix Buffaloes 16%).

What time does Orix Buffaloes vs Fukuoka S. Hawks start?+

First pitch is at Aug 30, 2026, 5:00 AM (your local time, based on your device).