Doubleheader Series Between Ole Miss and Mississippi State

News Summary

Starkville anticipates an electric baseball series as the 24th-ranked Ole Miss Rebels take on Mississippi State Bulldogs in a Friday doubleheader. The first game starts at 4 p.m. CT with live coverage on SEC Network+. The rivalry heat is intensified as Ole Miss looks to showcase its winning momentum against a strong Bulldogs team. Pitching talents Hunter Elliott and Riley Maddox are expected to lead with stellar performances, while standout players Austin Fawley and Luke Hill are key figures to watch. It’s a can’t-miss weekend for baseball fans!

Exciting Series Shake-Up in Starkville: Ole Miss and Mississippi State Set for Friday Doubleheader

Starkville is abuzz with anticipation as the 24th-ranked Ole Miss Rebels gear up to face off against their fierce competitors, Mississippi State Bulldogs, in a thrilling baseball series. But hold your horses! Due to some less-than-friendly weather prospects, the two teams have decided to kick things off with a doubleheader on Friday, instead of the usual schedule.

Mark Your Calendars!

The action begins at 4 p.m. CT as the Rebels and Bulldogs clash in an epic opener. And if you’re looking to catch all the excitement, you can tune in live on SEC Network+. For the second game of the doubleheader, it will be broadcasted on the SEC Network, starting about 40 minutes after the first game’s conclusion. The series will wrap up on Sunday, with game three slated for 1 p.m. CT.

Pitching Match-ups to Watch

Fans are eager to see the pitchers take the mound! For the first game, we have Ole Miss’s Hunter Elliott, boasting a record of 6-3 and an impressive 3.71 ERA, going head-to-head against Mississippi State’s Pico Kohn with a solid 5-2 record and a 3.90 ERA. In the second game, Ole Miss will put Riley Maddox (5-4, 5.80 ERA) on the mound against the Bulldogs’ Evan Siary (1-1, 4.95 ERA). The series finale features Ole Miss’s Mason Nichols (3-1, 5.40 ERA) squaring off against Mississippi State’s Karson Ligon (4-5, 6.75 ERA).

What’s at Stake?

This series is bound to be electric, considering the fierce rivalry between the two schools! Mississippi State is currently sitting on an overall record of 29-19 and has a 10-14 record in SEC play. The Bulldogs recently had a stellar series against Kentucky, scoring a whopping 26 runs to sweep their opponents. On the flip side, Ole Miss had already shown their mettle earlier this season by winning the Governor’s Cup matchup against State in dramatic fashion, showcasing their potential to deliver thrilling performances.

Standout Players

Keep an eye on notable players like Ole Miss catcher Austin Fawley, who is currently leading the team with 15 home runs. This milestone marks the most home runs by a catcher in the Mike Bianco Era. Additionally, Luke Hill has been a consistency machine, boasting a 32-game on-base streak in every SEC game this season except for two.

On the pitching front, Hunter Elliott has been a standout, allowing only three earned runs and five hits in his last two starts, striking out a total of 13 batters. As for the Rebels’ offenses, they’ve racked up 63 stolen bases this season—the highest number since 2019—and are currently ranked second in the SEC for total walks drawn (265), a feat that has catapulted them to an impressive national 12th position.

In the Numbers

Ole Miss has dominated in the first inning, outscoring opponents 60-26 so far this season, leading to some nail-biting moments for their challengers. The Rebels also have the best defensive performance in the SEC with 17 pickoffs so far this season. Players like Mason Nichols have been shining not just on the field but also in the classroom, earning various academic accolades.

With SEC Network providing live coverage and commentary on Friday, along with streaming options for the weekend, baseball fans are in for a treat. It’s time to gather your friends and gear up for a weekend filled with hearty competition, school spirit, and plenty of memorable moments between these two baseball powerhouses!

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