Yomiuri Giants vs Hanshin Tigers
Box score
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Yomiuri Giants | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
 Hanshin Tigers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
AI match analysis
Predicted score: 3-4
The data suggests a strong trend favoring the Hanshin Tigers, given their recent head-to-head dominance over the Yomiuri Giants, including two decisive victories in their last matches. Additionally, the Yomiuri Giants have struggled defensively, averaging 5.3 goals conceded over their last ten games, which may pose a significant challenge against the Tigers' solid scoring record.
- Hanshin Tigers won the last 5 head-to-head matches against Yomiuri Giants
- Yomiuri Giants conceded an average of 5.3 goals in their last 10 matches
- Hanshin Tigers have a strong away scoring average of 3.3 goals per game
Confidence is moderate because the outcomes are closely matched, which limits confidence, and the bookmaker market agrees closely with this read, and some historical data (form, H2H or standings) is still incomplete.
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Why AI favors Hanshin Tigers
- Historical edgeHanshin Tigers
Hanshin Tigers have won 4 of the last 5 meetings between these two teams.
4/5 H2H wins - Good recent formYomiuri Giants
Yomiuri Giants have won 3 of their last 5 matches.
3W 0D 2L - Good recent formHanshin Tigers
Hanshin Tigers have won 3 of their last 5 matches.
3W 0D 2L
Computed independently from historical data — not a model-reported reason.
What could change the prediction
- Close matchup
The model gives the favorite only a 44% probability, so this is a closely-matched fixture and confidence remains moderate.
How did our prediction do?
We picked Hanshin Tigers at 44.45% — final result was Hanshin Tigers win, Yomiuri Giants 2-3 Hanshin Tigers.
Predicted score was 3-4.
The model itself only flagged this as a moderate confidence pick (54/100) — a closer call that happened to land right.
Closing odds vs. our model
Last tracked odds before kickoff, compared against our AI's pre-match probability for the same outcome.
Match trends
- Yomiuri Giants have averaged 4.1 runs scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Hanshin Tigers have averaged 3.3 runs scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Yomiuri Giants are unbeaten in 1 of the last 5 meetings with Hanshin Tigers.
Odds comparison
Moneyline
Point spread
| Line | Yomiuri Giants | Hanshin Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| -1.5 | 3.00▲ | 1.34▼ |
| -1 | 2.47 | 1.44 |
| -0.5 | 1.98 | 1.74 |
| +0.5 | 1.86 | 1.83 |
| +1 | 1.60 | 2.14 |
| +1.5 | 1.49▲ | 2.53▼ |
| +2 | 1.34▲ | 3.00▼ |
| +2.5 | 1.28▲ | 3.35 |
Total points
| Line | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1.38▲ | 2.76▼ |
| 5.5 | 1.60▲ | 2.22▼ |
| 6 | 1.71▲ | 2.02▼ |
| 6.5 | 1.89▲ | 1.84▼ |
| 7 | 2.13▲ | 1.64▼ |
| 7.5 | 2.43▲ | 1.51▼ |
| 8 | 2.73▲ | 1.39▼ |
| 8.5 | 3.10▲ | 1.33▼ |
Average price across 11 bookmakers we track. Odds change continuously — shown for reference only, not a recommendation.
Moneyline — odds movement
Model vs market
"Market" is the average bookmaker price converted to an implied probability with the bookmaker's built-in margin removed, for a fair comparison against the AI's own probability estimate.
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 Yomiuri Giants vs Hanshin Tigers?+
Our AI model favors Hanshin Tigers to win, with a 44.45% probability (Yomiuri Giants 55.55%).
What time does Yomiuri Giants vs Hanshin Tigers start?+
First pitch is at Aug 13, 2026, 9:00 AM (your local time, based on your device).
What was the inning-by-inning score in Yomiuri Giants vs Hanshin Tigers?+
Yomiuri Giants: 0, 0, 2, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0. Hanshin Tigers: 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 2, 0, 0, 0. Final: 2-3.