Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks - Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters

The Facts

• Fukuoka S. Hawks leads series 4-0. Third leg.
• An exciting matchup between two close rivals in the standings (ranked 1st in the Promotion - NPB Playoffs - Semi - finals and 3rd in the Promotion - NPB Playoffs - Quarter - finals).
• In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Fukuoka won 5.
• The recent form of both competitors has been marked by mixed results.
• Hokkaido may face physical fatigue compared to their opponent, having played more matches in recent days.
• Recently, Hokkaido has had a run of games away from home.
• Fukuoka is expected to hold a slight competitive edge in this match.
• In the last 20 head-to-head meetings, Fukuoka has recorded 13 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal aggregate of 109:69 (averaging 5.5:3.5 goals per game).
• Specifically in home fixtures for Fukuoka against this opponent, the record stands at 8 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss, with 51:30 goals (averaging 5.7:3.3 per game).