Norman, Oklahoma - This weekend, No. 10 Oklahoma (18-2, 2-1 SEC) welcomes Mississippi State (14-7, 0-3 SEC) to L. Dale Mitchell Park in Norman for a highly anticipated three-game series, marking the Sooners’ first-ever SEC home series. Both teams are adjusting to conference play in the Southeastern Conference, but they bring contrasting momentum into the matchup.
Oklahoma enters on a high note, fresh off a series win against South Carolina last weekend, where they showcased resilience with a dramatic 6-5 comeback victory in extra innings. The Sooners boast a potent offense, hitting .512 slugging with 24 home runs, and a pitching staff that ranks 47th nationally with a 4.06 ERA. Junior Kyson Witherspoon, a top MLB Draft prospect, takes the mound Friday, bringing his SEC-leading 47 strikeouts to the hill. At home, OU is a perfect 13-0, outscoring opponents 116-45.
Mississippi State, meanwhile, is looking to rebound after a tough start to conference play, having been swept by No. 11 Texas. Despite the 0-3 SEC record, the Bulldogs remain dangerous, leading the matchup in power with 35 home runs and a .551 slugging percentage. Their plate discipline (.432 OBP) and ability to draw walks (101) could test Oklahoma’s pitching depth. MSU’s defense has been slightly sharper, with a .978 fielding percentage compared to OU’s .972.
The series kicks off Friday at 6:30 p.m. CT, followed by Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m., all streamable on SECN+. With Oklahoma aiming to solidify its early SEC standing and Mississippi State desperate to avoid an 0-6 hole, this weekend promises intense competition as both teams vie for bragging rights in their new conference home.
