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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.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Georgia won the SEC regular season and SEC Tournament during the season leading into postseason play.
Texas completed postseason wins including a Super Regional sweep of Oregon to reach the College World Series.
June 6: Georgia rallied from a 7-0 deficit to beat Mississippi State 13-12 in the Athens Super Regional.
June 12: Kalshi listed Texas as roughly a -113 favorite ahead of the matchup.
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 This Matters to You

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.

The Bottom Line

Georgia and Texas are both strong teams, but only one can advance. Texas is a slight favorite, but Georgia's comeback spirit can't be ignored. Tune in to ESPN at 8:00 p.m. ET to see who takes the win. Worth forwarding if you know a college baseball fan.