UNC ties series with Oklahoma after 6-2 win in Game 2

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

UNC ties series with Oklahoma after 6-2 win in Game 2
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North Carolina defeated Oklahoma 6-2 in Game 2 of the College World Series Final on June 22, forcing a decisive Game 3. Pitcher Caden Glauber threw five shutout innings, limiting the Sooners to one hit and striking out eight. Cooper Nicholson's two-run homer in the seventh inning helped secure the victory. The series is now tied 1-1, with the final game scheduled for June 23 at 7 p.m. ET.

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  • North Carolina levels the series at 1-1.
  • Caden Glauber pitched five shutout innings.
  • Cooper Nicholson hit a pivotal two-run homer.
  • Game 3 is set for June 23 at 7 p.m. ET.
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  • 4:15 PMYahoo SportsCooper Nicholson reflects on UNC’s Game 2 win vs. Oklahoma
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UNC’s Cooper Nicholson hit a pivotal two-run homer in Game 2 vs. Oklahoma. In this postgame Q&A, he breaks down the at-bat and the Tar Heels’ mindset.

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