Chiba Lotte vs Tokyo Yakult Prediction
📢Which players will handle difficult pitches best? Both Chiba Lotte Marines and Tokyo Yakult Swallows 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 14 June at 05:00. The odds for the game are as follows - against . As you can see, the numbers favor the team Chiba Lotte Marines 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 13 June 2025 during the NPB tournament, ending with a score of 5:4. Overall, the Chiba Lotte Marines team has secured 22 victories (13 at home). Meanwhile, the Tokyo Yakult Swallows have claimed 18 wins (6 on the road). It's worth noting that, on average, the hosts score 4.37 runs per game, while the visitors average 4.11.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Chiba Lotte Marines Team Overview
This season, the Chiba Lotte Marines are holding steady in the middle of the standings, currently sitting in 6th place. Over 60 games, the team has secured 23 victories (38%) and suffered 36 defeats (60%).
The players maintain a consistent level in terms of runs scored: their season average is 2.68, with a home average of 2.92. They concede at a similar rate, with an average of 3.53 runs allowed per game, and 3.65 at home. On average, the total runs in their matches reach 6.22.
An analysis of their last 10 official games reveals the following statistics:
- Wins: 5, including 5 at home;
- Losses: 5, with 1 on home turf;
- Average total runs per game: 6;
- Average runs scored: 3, with a home average of 4.17;
- Average runs conceded: 3, and 3.17 at home.
The Chiba Lotte Marines 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: Chiba Lotte Marines

Tokyo Yakult Swallows Team Overview
Tokyo Yakult Swallows have played 60 games this season, securing 17 wins (28%) and suffering 40 losses (67%). The players have maintained an average of 2.52 runs scored per game, with this figure dropping to 2.33 in away matches. Meanwhile, they have conceded an average of 4.22 runs (4.33 in road games). The average total runs per game stands at 6.73. The team is undoubtedly aiming for high achievements in the championship, but they remain mid-table, currently sitting at 6th place. The upcoming away match is unlikely to significantly improve their standings, but let's focus on their recent 10-game statistics.
In their last 10 official matches, Tokyo Yakult Swallows have claimed victory 3 times and faced defeat 7 times. On the road, they have won 1 games and lost 6. Over this period, the team's average runs scored per game is 2.2 (with an away average of 2), while the average runs conceded is 4 (4 on the road). The average total runs over these last 10 games is 6.2.
Match Results: Tokyo Yakult Swallows
Prediction on the outcome
- Tokyo Yakult Swallows have lost in 12 of last 13 away games (NPB).
Prediction on the over/under
- Over 5.5 runs scored in 8 of last 9 Chiba Lotte Marines games against Tokyo Yakult Swallows (NPB).
Editorial Prediction
- Tokyo Yakult Swallows have lost in 12 of last 13 away games (NPB).
