Dinos vs Wiz Prediction 28 July 2026
📡 KT arrive in Changwon following a heavy 1-15 defeat to Lotte. NC Dinos wrapped up their previous series with a draw against SSG and now face a starter who has struggled significantly against them. Meanwhile, Won Jong Hee is having a limited season and doesn't offer the hosts any assurance of low scoring. The prediction focuses on the total score.
Head-to-Head
📊 KT have won six of the last ten head-to-head matchups, while NC Dinos have claimed four. This season, the visitors lead the series 6-2. Several games have been high-scoring affairs, including KT's 11-9 victory. Both teams can rack up runs quickly, and Ko Young-pyo's personal ERA against NC Dinos increases the likelihood of a strong start for the hosts.
Head-to-head statistics Dinos - Wiz

Dinos Team Overview
NC Dinos are currently in seventh place with a record of 42-47-2. The team boasts a batting average of .276, has hit 91 home runs, and holds an ERA of 4.73. While they trail KT in the season standings, they excel in power hitting. However, their pitching staff remains vulnerable, often allowing high-scoring innings. For the total score, it's crucial to note that NC Dinos can both score runs and provide KT with opportunities to respond.
Match Results: Dinos

Wiz Team Overview
KT are in second place with a record of 53-36-2. The team boasts a .282 batting average, 65 home runs, and an ERA of 4.59. The visitors excel in pitching and hold a slight edge in team pitching stats. A 1-15 defeat was a major setback but doesn't negate their overall offensive consistency. Against Won Jong Hae, the team has an opportunity to quickly regain their scoring prowess.
Match Results: Wiz
⚾ Starting Pitchers
Won Jong-hye will take the mound for the NC Dinos. This season, he holds a 0-0 record with a 4.32 ERA. He hasn't conceded against KT yet, but the sample size remains small. His overall ERA suggests several scoring opportunities for a team with a .282 average.
Ko Young-pyo will start for KT. He enters the game with a 7-6 record and a 4.16 ERA this season. Against the NC Dinos, he has a 0-1 record and a 9.90 ERA. The visiting starter's personal stats directly bolster the home team's scoring potential. Ko Young-pyo needs to significantly improve his performance against a lineup boasting 91 home runs.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
KT are stronger in the standings and lead the season series 6-2, but betting on the outcome seems less reliable due to Ko Young-pyo's struggles against NC Dinos. His ERA of 9.90 in this matchup gives the hosts a chance to significantly impact the overall score. Won Jong-hyun has been more consistent individually, but with a seasonal ERA of 4.32 and the hosts' team ERA at 4.73, KT have a good chance to respond. Both lineups hit no less than .276, and NC Dinos have 91 home runs. After a disappointing game, KT need to be more aggressive at the plate, while the hosts face a favorable starter. For this matchup, we choose over 8.5 total runs.