Hogs win in 11 over Texas Tech

No. 5 Arkansas appeared to have Sunday’s game under control, until Texas Tech’s four-run ninth-inning surge sent the contest into extra frames. The Razorbacks persevered, topping the Red Raiders 6-5 in the 11th inning at the Shriners Children’s College event.

Key Takeaways:

  • No. 5 Arkansas met Texas Tech in a Sunday showdown
  • Tech scored four runs in the top of the ninth to tie the game
  • The game culminated in the 11th inning with a 6-5 Arkansas victory
  • The dramatic contest took place during the Shriners Children’s College event
  • Published on February 18, 2026

Early Momentum

No. 5 Arkansas entered Sunday’s matchup looking strong, establishing a lead that appeared to put the team on track for a routine win. Through the early innings, the Razorbacks controlled the game, showing both offensive power and solid defense.

The Ninth-Inning Surge

Just when victory seemed imminent, Texas Tech mounted a fierce comeback in the top of the ninth. The Red Raiders pushed four runs across to erase Arkansas’s advantage, forcing extra innings and setting the stage for a tense finish.

The Extra-Inning Thriller

After both teams battled through a stalemate, the Razorbacks finally broke through in the 11th to secure a 6-5 triumph. Their resilience in the wake of Texas Tech’s late rally underscored Arkansas’s competitive poise.

Final Score Table

Team Runs
Arkansas 6
Texas Tech 5

In the end, Arkansas walked away with an extra-inning win at the Shriners Children’s College event, providing fans with a thrilling opener to the season’s high-stakes matchups.

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