Fukuoka Softbank vs Tokyo Yakult Prediction
🔈How will the teams use their bench depth to maintain the pace of the game? The role of substitutes is immensely important in prolonged matches. This aspect may be particularly significant in the upcoming match between Fukuoka Softbank Hawks and Tokyo Yakult Swallows, which will take place as part of the tournament "NPB Preseason" and will begin on 3 March at 09:00.
Head-to-Head
Here is a clear illustration of the statistics with which the opponents approach the upcoming match. Their previous head-to-head encounter took place on 08 June 2025 during the NPB tournament, ending with a score of 4:2. Overall, the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks team has secured 33 victories (16 at home). Meanwhile, the Tokyo Yakult Swallows have claimed 25 wins (14 on the road). It's worth noting that, on average, the hosts score 4.81 runs per game, while the visitors average 4.08.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Fukuoka Softbank Hawks Team Overview
The statistical performance of Fukuoka Softbank Hawks over their last 10 games shows 6 wins and 4 losses. At home, the team has secured 3 victories, while suffering defeats in 4 matches. Their last encounter was in the NPB Preseason tournament against Saitama Seibu Lions, ending with a score of 6:10. On average, the team scores 2.8 runs per game and concedes 3.1.
Match Results: Fukuoka Softbank Hawks

Tokyo Yakult Swallows Team Overview
Heading into another crucial match, the Tokyo Yakult Swallows have recorded the following results over their last 10 games: 5 victories, with 2 of those wins coming on the road. They have suffered defeats in 5 matches, 2 of which were away. On average, the team scores 3.6 runs per game while conceding 3.3.
Their last match was against Hiroshima Toyo Carp, played in the NPB Preseason tournament, and ended with a score of 4:1.
Match Results: Tokyo Yakult Swallows
Prediction on the outcome
- Fukuoka Softbank Hawks won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 games against Tokyo Yakult Swallows (NPB Preseason).
- Fukuoka Softbank Hawks won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 home games against Tokyo Yakult Swallows (NPB Preseason).
Prediction on the over/under
- Under 8.5 runs scored in 6 of last 7 Tokyo Yakult Swallows away games.
Editorial Prediction
- Fukuoka Softbank Hawks won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 games against Tokyo Yakult Swallows (NPB Preseason).
- Fukuoka Softbank Hawks won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 home games against Tokyo Yakult Swallows (NPB Preseason).
