Alabama Crimson Tide prepares for College World Series opener against Oklahoma
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Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Alabama Crimson Tide faces the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday in the opening game of the Bracket Two side of the Men’s College World Series at 3:00 p.m. ET, broadcast on ESPN. Alabama enters the tournament with a 42-19 record after going 5-0 in the NCAA Tournament, outscoring opponents 52-17. Senior Brady Neal leads the offensive charge, hitting.328 with 10 home runs, while ace pitcher Tyler Fay has a 121-strikeout season including a notable no-hitter against Florida. Alabama aims to utilize its potent lineup and pitching depth against Oklahoma in this critical matchup.
- •Alabama is 5-0 in tournament play, outscoring opponents 52-17.
- •Brady Neal leads the offense, batting.328 with 10 home runs.
- •Tyler Fay is the ace pitcher with 121 strikeouts and a no-hitter this season.
- •The game is set for Saturday at 3:00 p.m. ET, televised on ESPN.
- •Oklahoma awaits as Alabama's first opponent in the College World Series.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — CWS Bracket Two Team Preview: Alabama Crimson Tide
"Contrary to the national championship success that Alabama has traditionally enjoyed in college football and softball, the Crimson Tide baseball program has found itself in the national title conversation for the first time in nearly three decades. Alabama has been one of the hottest teams in the country throughout the NCAA Tournament, breezing through both […]
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