Little League World Series 2025 Betting Preview: Odds, Predictions, and Pick

Chinese Taipei (-300)

Regarded as a Little League World Series powerhouse, Chinese Taipei is routinely one of the most talented squads in the tournament. They’ve won 17 titles, which is the most for any non-US team.

However, it’s been a while since Chinese Taipei has won its 17th championship. They most recently took him the LLWS title in 1996! So, I don’t think we can call Chinese Taipei a powerhouse for the last three decades.

Last year, Chinese Taipei went to the finals against Florida and were ousted in a 2-1 heartbreaker. The good news for Chinese Taipei is that they’re going to be back in the mix and potentially a trip back to the title matchup.

The pitching is once again going to be in lockdown form. They didn’t lose because the pitching let them down a year ago. Tung-Yuan Little League was impressive in the regional round against tough teams.

In seven matchups, Chinese Taipei went 6-1 after shutting out North Seoul in the championship. This team is going to be tough to hit, and it’s going to be a major issue for the opposition in Pennsylvania.

CHINESE TAIPEI IS HEADING TO THE LLWS INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP FOR THE FOURTH YEAR IN A ROW‼️ pic.twitter.com/yRamc4oj2x

— ESPN (@espn) August 20, 2025

They’ve remained red-hot through their first three games. Chinese Taipei is a perfect 3-0 record, with a 3-0 win over Mexico, 4-0 over Aruba, and coming off a 7-3 victory in the double elimination round against Venezuela to advance to the international championship. The pitching has been outstanding, while Chinese Taipei has received clutch hitting as well.

Tokyo (+325)

Japan has a solid chance at winning it all based on a favorable draw in the tournament. They have a fairly easy schedule and can’t complain about their opponents in the opening round.

Additionally, Joto LL has a two-way player who is going to turn heads in this event. It may not be Shohei Ohtani (yet!), but Yushi Yamamoto may show flashes of him in Little League form. He’s a top-end pitcher and is capable of swinging a strong bat.

Tokyo’s pitching staff is deep and can handle multiple starts in a row, though. They are much more than just Yamamoto. There are at least four or five pitchers in Joto LL’s rotation that can deliver with anyone on the mound.

No hits, no problems! Japan tosses their 9th no-hitter EVER in the #LLWS! pic.twitter.com/ureYwECAGb

— Little League (@LittleLeague) August 14, 2025

This has offensive firepower as well, but they will have to step up in a championship matchup against Chinese Taipei. The top of the order is rock solid for Japan, but they lose some of their luster further down the lineup. So much so that I wouldn’t be surprised if Aruba eliminates Tokyo because the Asian squad went through a power drought.

Japan is 2-1 in the Little League World Series, with a big 12-0 blowout over Czechia, an uncharacteristically poor effort against Venezuela in a 4-0 loss, and a bounce-back win versus Mexico, 6-0.

All things considered, Tokyo is expected to oust Aruba and advance to the international championship. However, I’m a little leery that the offense falls flat due to the lack of depth in the lineup.

Connecticut (+120)

Connecticut has risen from a low-tier longshot to the top favorite in the American bracket! It’s been an impressive run for Connecticut, which includes a 4-0 record after defeating Las Vegas in the double elimination round.

As well as that 7-3 win over Nevada, Connecticut also has wins over Texas, 1-0, Hawaii, 5-1, and South Dakota, 13-1. It’s been an absolute clinic from the Connecticut pitching staff, which had some merit heading into this tournament.

This is a squad that went into the Little League World Series with a highly-regarded offense, and while they’ve been impressive, the pitching has been the real star for Connecticut. It’s been a total team effort from the starters and bullpen as well.

Connecticut clinches a spot in the United States Championship! #LLWS pic.twitter.com/7HfLk5IzTN

— Little League (@LittleLeague) August 20, 2025

Can they stay this hot deep into the event? They are playing with the most confidence in South Williamsport, and that accounts for a lot in a tournament amongst 10-12-year-olds!

South Carolina (+175)

Aside from Connecticut, South Carolina is the next best hope for the US. South Carolina won thrillingly in a walk-off over Florida. Down 4-1, with two outs in the 9th inning, the team came all the way back to pull off a shocker.

South Carolina’s still swingin’ in Williamsport! 🌴⚾ pic.twitter.com/FQF5U6wnpT

— Little League (@LittleLeague) August 19, 2025

That one is going to sting the Lake Mary team for a while, but what a thrilling way to go into the Little League World Series for South Carolina. However, can they put a dent in this tournament and be serious contenders to win?

Joey Giulietti is a two-way stud, and his presence will be known on the mound and in the batter’s box. He has the power to go deep and can trip up a hitter at the plate. The offense is strong as a whole, with Brady Westbrooks likely to do damage, too.

That dangerous touch has been on display for South Carolina in the tournament thus far. That said, they’ve had an up-and-down campaign, which includes a 1-0 loss to Nevada and a 13-0 victory over Massachusetts.