A pivotal showdown in Hoover
The Razorbacks entered the semifinals of the SEC Tournament in Hoover, Alabama, carrying a 38‑19 record and the No. 7 seed. A win over sixth‑seeded Auburn would not only put them one step closer to the championship but also position them for a home regional, a prize that has eluded the program for years.
Arkansas has been on an offensive tear, delivering at least eight runs in seven of its last eleven games. The surge has been anchored by a deep lineup that has turned late‑inning rallies into routine, while the pitching staff has steadied after a weather‑induced delay that pushed the start time back.
The mound duel adds extra intrigue. Auburn will rely on right‑hander Alex Petrovic, who limited Arkansas to three runs over five innings in an earlier 8‑3 victory. Across the rubber, Arkansas will turn to Cooper Dossett, a right‑hander making his collegiate debut, who opened his first frame with a pair of strikeouts.
A brief rain delay in another semifinal briefly halted proceedings at the Hoover Met, but the game resumed with the same intensity. Earlier in the season, Arkansas’ Nolan Souza nearly gave the Hogs the lead with a two‑run homer that was robbed by Bub Terrell, who responded with a solo shot to put Auburn ahead.
Fans can follow the action live on the SEC Network, with streaming options on ESPN+ and Fubo. First pitch is slated for 4 p.m. CT, and the outcome could reshape the Razorbacks’ postseason trajectory.