The Texas Longhorns answered their College World Series opener with a commanding 14‑2 triumph over the Alabama Crimson Tide on Tuesday night, turning an early deficit into a decisive win that left the crowd roaring.
A cycle and a record
Adrian Rodriguez starred for Texas, completing a cycle and driving in seven runs — a performance that tied the single‑game RBI record and cemented his place in Longhorns lore.
Right‑hander Ruger Riojas added a solid six‑inning outing, striking out seven batters and limiting Alabama to just two runs while the offense surged ahead.
A rematch with Georgia
The Longhorns now turn their attention to a rematch against the Georgia Bulldogs, a team that had beaten them 7‑1 earlier in the tournament. The prospect of avenging that loss has injected fresh urgency into the squad.
Texas will rely on starter Luke Harrison to anchor the pitching staff, as the team looks to keep its season alive and push deeper into the bracket.
With the momentum from the Alabama victory still humming, the Longhorns are poised to carry that energy into the next game, hoping to translate their historic night into a lasting run toward the championship.