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Texas battles Alabama in Omaha elimination showdown

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OMAHA, Neb. — The Texas Longhorns, coming off a 7-1 loss to Georgia on Saturday, face the Alabama Crimson Tide in a win-or-go-home College World Series elimination game Monday at Charles Schwab Field. Texas coach Jim Schlossnagle described the previous outing as their worst defensive game, and the Longhorns must win to remain in the tournament. The game, scheduled for 2:00 p.m. ET, features probable starters Zane Adams for Alabama and Ruger Riojas for Texas; sportsbooks listed Texas as the favorite on Sunday. Texas entered the contest with a 45-14 record and a 13-2 all-time advantage over Alabama, while reporters noted Texas struck out 15 times in the opener and that DH Ethan Mendoza appeared to re-injure his right shoulder during play.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

1983: Texas previously won a national championship in Omaha.
April 17-19, 2026: Texas won two of three games against Alabama in Austin.
April 18, 2026: Zane Adams pitched well against Texas during the series, bullpen issues affected results.
June 13, 2026: Texas lost 7-1 to Georgia in its CWS opener; Alabama lost its opener by nine runs.
June 15, 2026: Texas faced Alabama in a College World Series elimination game at Charles Schwab Field.

Why This Matters to You

This game is a must-watch for college baseball fans. Texas and Alabama are battling for survival in the College World Series. If you're a betting person, keep an eye on the odds. Texas is the favorite, but Alabama's Zane Adams has shown he can pitch well against them.

The Bottom Line

Texas needs to bounce back from their loss to Georgia and sharpen their defense to stay in the tournament. If you're a Longhorns fan, cross your fingers for DH Ethan Mendoza's shoulder. Worth forwarding if you know someone who loves a good underdog story.