Nippon-Ham Fighters 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 Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters and Tokyo Yakult Swallows, which will take place as part of the tournament "NPB" and will begin on 20 March at 05:00.
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 12 June 2025 during the NPB tournament, ending with a score of 6:1. Overall, the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters team has secured 29 victories (18 at home). Meanwhile, the Tokyo Yakult Swallows have claimed 23 wins (9 on the road). It's worth noting that, on average, the hosts score 3.98 runs per game, while the visitors average 3.59.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters Team Overview
The statistical performance of Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters over their last 10 games shows 7 wins and 3 losses. At home, the team has secured 2 victories, while suffering defeats in 0 matches. Their last encounter was in the NPB Preseason tournament against Yokohama Dena Baystars, ending with a score of 3:2. On average, the team scores 3.7 runs per game and concedes 1.9.
Match Results: Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters

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 Yomiuri Giants, played in the NPB Preseason tournament, and ended with a score of 8:0.
Match Results: Tokyo Yakult Swallows
Prediction on the outcome
- Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters won with a +1.5 handicap in 14 of last 15 home games against Tokyo Yakult Swallows.
- Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters won with a +1.5 handicap in 9 of last 10 home games against Tokyo Yakult Swallows (NPB).
- Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters won with a +1.5 handicap in last 8 games against Tokyo Yakult Swallows.
- Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters won with a +1.5 handicap in last 7 games against Tokyo Yakult Swallows (NPB).
- Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters won with a +1.5 handicap in 12 of last 13 games (NPB).
- Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters won with a +1.5 handicap in 11 of last 12 games.
- Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters won with a +1.5 handicap in last 7 home games.
Prediction on the over/under
- Tokyo Yakult Swallows have scored under 3.5 runs in 13 of last 15 away games against Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters.
Editorial Prediction
- Under 7.5 runs scored in 14 of last 16 Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters home games against Tokyo Yakult Swallows.
