
Arkansas Razorbacks Set to Clash with Kentucky Wildcats in Thursday Night Showdown
Arkansas (34‑18) will meet Kentucky (30‑18) at Kentucky Proud Park on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. Central, with both teams eyeing a boost in the SEC standings.
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Arkansas (34‑18) will meet Kentucky (30‑18) at Kentucky Proud Park on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. Central, with both teams eyeing a boost in the SEC standings.

The Razorbacks will stick with their proven arms for the final regular‑season matchup, while Kentucky reshapes its pitching staff ahead of the series.

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