[July 5, 2023, 18:00 NPB: Chunichi vs Hiroshima Game Analysis and Sports Prediction]
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## Analysis of the Game Between Chunichi Dragons vs Hiroshima Toyo Carp
2023 July 5th 18:00 NPB: Chunichi vs Hiroshima Game Analysis and Sports Predictions
### Chunichi Dragons
Chunichi Dragons, whose winning streak ended due to poor pitching and hitting, will deploy Takahashi Hiroto (4 wins, 1 loss, 0.74 ERA) to gain the upper hand. Takahashi suffered his first loss of the season, collapsing from the start with 6 innings and 4 runs against DeNA in a home game on the 28th. Interestingly, he had a 7-inning scoreless victory against Hiroshima on June 21 in a home game, and he will face Tokoda again.
The Chunichi batting line, which only managed to score one run in the 9th inning after missing numerous chances against Inoue Haruto in the Wednesday game, was heavily affected by two double plays in crucial moments. The fact that their batting at home is generally not good could be a weakness in this series. The bullpen, which allowed 2 runs in 3.2 innings, might need to consider excluding Sobue Daisuke from the first-team roster.
### Hiroshima Toyo Carp
The Hiroshima Toyo Carp, who staged a comeback with their speed baseball, will have Tokoda Hiroki (7 wins, 4 losses, 1.57 ERA) challenge for his 8th win of the season. Tokoda showed solid pitching with 6 innings and 2 runs against Yomiuri on the 28th. Although he lost with 1 run in 7 innings against Takahashi Hiroto on June 21, he is a strong pitcher in away games against Chunichi, making it a winnable matchup.
The Hiroshima batting line, which scored 7 runs by exploiting Hanshin’s pitchers in the previous game, essentially scored all their runs with their legs. Scoring 4 runs in the bottom of the 8th inning can boost team morale. However, Takumi Kurohara, who allowed 2 runs in the top of the 9th, is not making the most of his given opportunities.
### Comprehensive Analysis
Hiroshima's victory was extremely dramatic. Continuing this momentum is a crucial variable. Both Takahashi and Tokoda are reliable pitchers who can be expected to perform well. However, Hiroshima's concentration in the latter part of the game is slightly better, and Chunichi's batting is quite poor in home games. Hiroshima Toyo Carp, who have the upper hand in power, are closer to victory.
#### Expected Score
2:1 Hiroshima Victory
#### Match Prediction
Win/Loss: Hiroshima Victory
Handicap: Chunichi Victory
Over/Under: Under
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