Orix vs Nippon-Ham Fighters Prediction 20 July 2026
📡How will the teams use their relievers in critical moments? We will find out the methods of the Orix Buffaloes and Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters teams on 20 July at 04:00. The upcoming match in the "NPB" tournament is rated by bookmakers as follows: and , respectively. Based on statistical data, we have selected the most suitable outcome for betting, which you can find in our forecast.
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 19 July 2026 during the NPB tournament, ending with a score of 1:5. Overall, the Orix Buffaloes team has secured 117 victories (69 at home). Meanwhile, the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters have claimed 125 wins (49 on the road). It's worth noting that, on average, the hosts score 3.55 runs per game, while the visitors average 3.7.
Head-to-head statistics Orix - Nippon-Ham Fighters

Orix Buffaloes Team Overview
The statistical performance of Orix Buffaloes over their last 10 games shows 3 wins and 7 losses. At home, the team has secured 1 victories, while suffering defeats in 3 matches. Their last encounter was in the NPB tournament against Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, ending with a score of 1:5. On average, the team scores 3.9 runs per game and concedes 5.1.
Match Results: Orix Buffaloes

Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters Team Overview
Heading into another crucial match, the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters have recorded the following results over their last 10 games: 5 victories, with 3 of those wins coming on the road. They have suffered defeats in 5 matches, 1 of which were away. On average, the team scores 4.2 runs per game while conceding 4.5.
Their last match was against Orix Buffaloes, played in the NPB tournament, and ended with a score of 1:5.
Match Results: Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters
Prediction on the outcome
- Orix Buffaloes have lost in last 5 games (NPB).
Prediction on the over/under
- Over 5.5 runs scored in 9 of last 10 Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters away games (NPB).
- Over 5.5 runs scored in last 7 Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters games (NPB).