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Arkansas, Ole Miss Set For Decisive Sunday Game

PUBLISHED May 2, 2026, 8:58 AM ET

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Fayetteville. Arkansas and Ole Miss split the first two games of their weekend series at Baum-Walker Stadium, with Arkansas winning 12-2 on Friday and Ole Miss rallying for an 11-4 victory on Saturday. Game 3 is scheduled Sunday at 2 p.m. local time, with broadcast coverage on SEC Network and streaming via WatchESPN. Sunday’s decisive contest will determine the weekend series after Ole Miss produced a five-run first inning and 16 hits in Saturday’s win, while Arkansas recorded a dominant performance Friday. On3 published betting lines and prop markets ahead of Game 3; Sports Illustrated separately discussed elevated expectations for Ole Miss football coach Pete Golding entering 2026.

By James Porter | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2025: Ole Miss reached a notable playoff run referenced by Sports Illustrated.
Friday this week: Arkansas defeated Ole Miss 12-2 in Fayetteville (Game 1).
Saturday this week: Ole Miss defeated Arkansas 11-4 in Fayetteville (Game 2) with 16 hits.
Saturday publication: On3/HawgBeat published betting odds and prop markets for Game 3.
Sunday at 2 p.m.: Decisive Game 3 scheduled at Baum-Walker Stadium; broadcast on SEC Network.

News Intelligence

This game is more than just a weekend pastime. It's a community event that brings together fans and families. If you're a sports enthusiast, you'll want to tune in for the action. And if you're into betting, check out On3's published odds and prop markets.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 6
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 6

Who Benefited

Ole Miss benefited from a 16-hit, five-run first-inning offensive outburst Saturday, reclaiming series momentum and forcing a decisive Game 3 in Fayetteville.

Who Impacted

Arkansas suffered from an early five-run inning and 16-hit attack by Ole Miss Saturday, turning a series advantage into a tied matchup ahead of Sunday's game.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 6
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 6
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 100%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

Ole Miss benefited from a 16-hit, five-run first-inning offensive outburst Saturday, reclaiming series momentum and forcing a decisive Game 3 in Fayetteville.

Who Impacted

Arkansas suffered from an early five-run inning and 16-hit attack by Ole Miss Saturday, turning a series advantage into a tied matchup ahead of Sunday's game.