Hiroshima Carp vs Chunichi Dragons: Preview, Predictions & Betting Analysis
Match Overview
Hiroshima Carp hold the edge on the numbers, but this NPB (Japan) contest is far from a foregone conclusion.
Hiroshima Carp host Chunichi Dragons in this NPB (Japan) contest, on Friday, July 31, 2026.
Hiroshima Carp bring 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats from their last 5 (W-L-D-W-L, most recent first), averaging 3.8 runs scored and 4.0 conceded.
Chunichi Dragons bring 3 wins and 2 defeats from their last 5 (W-L-W-L-W, most recent first), averaging 4.8 runs scored and 4.0 conceded.
In 3 previous meetings, Hiroshima Carp have won 1, drawn 0 and lost 2. Their most recent meeting finished 5-1 to Hiroshima Carp. Those meetings have averaged 8.7 runs.
Market Read
Bookmakers make Hiroshima Carp slight favourites at 1.46, a 50% chance across 1 book.
Best prices across the market: Hiroshima Carp at 1.46 (50%), Chunichi Dragons at 1.46 (50%).
A rough projection lands around 4-4 runs (estimated from totals + moneyline skew).
Market Activity
1 bookmakers are currently pricing this contest. Over the past seven days, prices have held steady.
Betting Verdict
For a longer shot, Chunichi Dragons are available at 1.46 (50%).
Hiroshima Carp are the market's pick at 50%. There's no standout price edge here, so it's a confidence call rather than a value one. Book agreement rates this a high-confidence call.
