Tokyo Yakult vs Fukuoka Softbank Prediction
📢Which players will handle difficult pitches best? Both Tokyo Yakult Swallows and Fukuoka Softbank Hawks have several candidates for the role of lead batter, but we will find out the best in the upcoming match of the "NPB" tournament on 8 June at 04:30. The odds for the game are as follows - against . As you can see, the numbers favor the team Fukuoka Softbank Hawks in this match, but we will examine below how well the majority's predictions will hold up.
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 07 June 2025 during the NPB tournament, ending with a score of 1:8. Overall, the Tokyo Yakult Swallows team has secured 24 victories (10 at home). Meanwhile, the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks have claimed 33 wins (17 on the road). It's worth noting that, on average, the hosts score 4.08 runs per game, while the visitors average 4.85.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Tokyo Yakult Swallows Team Overview
This season, the Tokyo Yakult Swallows are holding steady in the middle of the standings, currently sitting in 6th place. Over 55 games, the team has secured 16 victories (29%) and suffered 36 defeats (65%).
The players maintain a consistent level in terms of runs scored: their season average is 2.53, with a home average of 2.69. They concede at a similar rate, with an average of 4.16 runs allowed per game, and 4.15 at home. On average, the total runs in their matches reach 6.69.
An analysis of their last 10 official games reveals the following statistics:
- Wins: 2, including 1 at home;
- Losses: 8, with 3 on home turf;
- Average total runs per game: 5.7;
- Average runs scored: 1.7, with a home average of 1.25;
- Average runs conceded: 4, and 5 at home.
The Tokyo Yakult Swallows remain a competitive squad, ready to challenge any opponent. Holding a mid-table position is a solid outcome, but there's always room for potential growth.
Match Results: Tokyo Yakult Swallows

Fukuoka Softbank Hawks Team Overview
The visitors continue to showcase consistent and confident performances this season. After 58 matches, the team holds the 3th spot in the standings. The statistics speak for themselves:
- wins: 29 (50%);
- losses: 27 (47%);
- average runs scored: 3.71, on the road - 3.85;
- average runs conceded: 2.98, in away games - 2.41;
- total average runs per game: 6.69.
In their last 10 official games, Fukuoka Softbank Hawks have delivered the following results:
- wins: 6, including 2 on the road;
- losses: 4, with 2 in away matches;
- average runs scored: 4.3, in away games - 3.5;
- average runs conceded: 3.4, on the road - 2.25;
- total average runs per game: 7.7.
Fukuoka Softbank Hawks are not only strong at home but also formidable on the road. Maintaining a leading position in the standings, they remain a formidable opponent for any team.
Match Results: Fukuoka Softbank Hawks
Prediction on the outcome
- Tokyo Yakult Swallows have lost in 5 of last 6 home games against Fukuoka Softbank Hawks (NPB).
Prediction on the over/under
- Under 7.5 runs scored in 6 of last 7 Tokyo Yakult Swallows games (NPB).
- Under 7.5 runs scored in 6 of last 7 Fukuoka Softbank Hawks away games (NPB).
Editorial Prediction
- Tokyo Yakult Swallows have lost in 5 of last 6 home games against Fukuoka Softbank Hawks (NPB).
