Wiz vs Doosan Bears Prediction 20 September 2026
📡 KT and Doosan are set to attempt their matchup again following the cancellation on July 22. Their last completed game ended in a 2-2 draw after 11 innings, highlighting the evenly matched nature of their rivalry. KT currently holds second place and leads the season series, yet Doosan gains a significant edge with Kwak Bin. Weather conditions in Suwon once again pose a risk of cancellation.
Head-to-Head
📊 KT lead the season series 6-3-1. Their last encounter ended in a 2-2 draw, with both teams creating plenty of chances but unable to clinch victory even after 11 innings. Despite trailing in the H2H balance, Doosan often manage to keep KT at bay thanks to their superior team pitching. As of July 23, the starting duo further bolsters the visitors.
Head-to-head statistics Wiz - Doosan Bears
Wiz Team Overview
KT hold the second spot with a record of 51-35-2. The team boasts a batting average of .281, has hit 61 home runs, and maintains an ERA of 4.53. The hosts have shown significantly better contact quality compared to Doosan and are having a stronger season overall. However, their pitching remains a weak point: KT's team ERA trails the visitors by nearly 0.70. To solidify their advantage in the standings, the hosts need to capitalize on the rare opportunities against Kwak Bin.
Match Results: Wiz
Doosan Bears Team Overview
Doosan are in fifth place with a record of 47-42-3. The team has a batting average of .270, 72 home runs, and an ERA of 3.84. While they trail KT in terms of contact, they excel in power hitting and are significantly more reliable on the mound. A 2-2 draw demonstrated that Doosan can contain KT's strong offense over an extended period. For this matchup, they have another strong asset in Kwak Bin.
Match Results: Doosan Bears
⚾ Starting Pitchers
Logan Allen takes the mound for KT. This season, he holds a 1-1 record with a 3.33 ERA. Against Doosan, he's 0-0 with a 0.00 ERA. Allen is delivering a solid start and has the ability to keep the hosts in a tight game. It's crucial for him to prevent Doosan from capitalizing on their 72 home runs with runners on base.
Kwak Bin will start for Doosan. He boasts an 8-4 record with a 2.80 ERA this season. Against KT, he stands at 0-0 with a 0.75 ERA. These stats give the visitors an edge at the start. Kwak Bin has previously managed to limit KT's contact hitting and can relieve some pressure off Doosan's bullpen.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
KT may be higher in the standings, boasting a better average performance and leading the season series 6-3-1. However, the pick for Doosan hinges on their pitching, which could neutralize the main strengths of the hosts. Kwak Bin sports a season ERA of 2.80 and an even more impressive 0.75 against KT, while the visitors' team ERA stands at 3.84 compared to their opponents' 4.53. Doosan also hits more home runs and can capitalize on even minor mistakes by Allen. The last encounter ended in a draw, indicating little difference between these teams in this matchup. If Kwak Bin can once again keep KT's score low, the visitors will find themselves in a favorable position to decide the game in the middle or late innings. Here, we back a Doosan victory.
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