The Oklahoma Sooners and the Kansas Jayhawks are set to square off in a super regional that will determine which team advances to the College World Series in Omaha. The series, scheduled for Saturday at 5:00 p.m. Central Time, takes place at Hoglund Park in Lawrence, Kansas, and will be televised nationally.
Broadcast and Streaming Details
The game will air on ESPN2, with live streaming available through Fubo and ESPN+. Fans can also tune in on radio via The REF 99.3 FM/1400 AM or the Varsity Radio App for play‑by‑play commentary.
Both programs arrive with strong offensive credentials. The Jayhawks, seeded 15th, boast a team batting average of .289 and an on‑base percentage of .396, anchored by Tyson LeBlanc, who leads the club with a .344 average, 24 home runs and 68 RBIs. Oklahoma counters with a .287 team average and a .390 on‑base rate, driven by Deiten LaChance, who has contributed 14 homers and 58 RBIs.
What’s at Stake
For Oklahoma, a victory would extend a season that has already seen them overcome a challenging schedule, while for Kansas it would mark the culmination of a remarkable run that began with a regional sweep. Both teams understand that a single swing of the bat could change the trajectory of their national title hopes.
The stakes are high. A win for either side not only secures a spot in the eight‑team College World Series but also adds momentum heading into the championship round in Omaha. The series format is a best‑of‑three, meaning every game could prove decisive.
Coaches and players alike have emphasized the importance of early pitching and capitalizing on scoring opportunities. With both rosters loaded with power hitters and disciplined hitters, the matchup promises plenty of late‑inning drama.