The Ole Miss Rebels entered the elimination bracket of the College World Series after an opening loss to the North Carolina Tar Heels, setting the stage for a high‑stakes rematch.
On Sunday, June 14, at 1:00 p.m. Central Time, the Rebels faced the Troy Trojans on the diamond in Omaha, Nebraska, with the game broadcast live on ESPN.
The starting lineup featured a mix of seasoned veterans and fresh talent, including Dom Decker, Judd Utermark, Will Furniss and a host of other players who had battled through the early rounds.
A Late‑Game Surge
Key moments unfolded when Brayden Randle launched a two‑run home run, and shortly after Will Furniss added a solo homer, shifting momentum in Ole Miss’s favor.
Troy answered in the eighth inning, scoring multiple runs highlighted by a solo homer from Cavill, before pulling away to a final tally of 12‑8.
The 12‑8 result eliminated the Rebels from the tournament, bringing a close to a season that had already been marked by a 6‑2 loss to North Carolina and a series of dramatic innings.