Arkansas Faces LSU in Crucial College World Series Semifinal Tonight

OMAHA, Nebraska — The Arkansas Razorbacks and LSU Tigers are set to clash in the College World Series semifinals on June 18, 2025. With Arkansas needing to win to stay in contention for the championship, the atmosphere promises to be intense.

Arkansas enters the game with a record of 46-13, while LSU holds a 46-15 season record. This will be the fifth meeting between the two SEC rivals this season, with LSU currently leading the series 3-1. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET and will be aired live on ESPN.

“We know what’s at stake,” Arkansas head coach Dave Van Horn said. “We have to win to keep our championship hopes alive. The boys are ready to go.”

Recently, the Razorbacks eliminated UCLA from the tournament with a strong performance, winning 7-3. Wehiwa Aloy, a Golden Spikes finalist, stood out with three RBIs, including a powerful home run that set the tone for their victory. Arkansas’ starting pitcher, Zach Root, delivered a stellar performance, throwing five shutout innings against UCLA.

For LSU, Kade Anderson will take the mound again, having already secured a win against Arkansas earlier in the tournament. Fans are expecting a heavy pitching duel, as both teams have showcased their talents throughout the series.

Arkansas must win twice against LSU to advance to the championship series. Following the elimination of teams like UCLA and Oregon State, only four teams remain vying for the title. The stakes could not be higher as the baseball season approaches its thrilling conclusion.

As the game approaches, fans and players alike are eager for the action. This semifinal set-up pushes both teams to bring their best to ensure a chance at the national championship.