Georgia, Texas Clash in College World Series Opener
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OMAHA, Neb. — No. 3 Georgia (51-12) faces No. 6 Texas (45-13) at Charles Schwab Field on Saturday night, June 13, in the opening College World Series matchup; Georgia brings a nation-leading power offense while Texas counters with ace Dylan Volantis and strong starting pitching.
The game, scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN, follows Georgia’s June 6 Super Regional comeback and Texas’ sweep of Oregon; betting markets on June 12 listed Texas as a slight favorite, and the winner will advance in the CWS double-elimination bracket with immediate bracket and scheduling implications.
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Timeline
- 1. Georgia won the SEC regular season and SEC Tournament during the season leading into postseason play.
- 2. Texas completed postseason wins including a Super Regional sweep of Oregon to reach the College World Series.
- 3. June 6: Georgia rallied from a 7-0 deficit to beat Mississippi State 13-12 in the Athens Super Regional.
- 4. June 12: Kalshi listed Texas as roughly a -113 favorite ahead of the matchup.
- 5. June 13: Georgia and Texas meet at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha at 8:00 p.m. ET for the College World Series opener.
Why it matters
This game sets the tone for the College World Series. It's a clash of Georgia's power offense and Texas' strong pitching. The outcome affects the double-elimination bracket and future scheduling. If you're a fan, it's a must-watch.
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