Sat Mar 22 00:20:00 UTC 2025: ## No. 2 LSU Tigers Set for Crucial Showdown Against No. 5 Texas Longhorns

**Austin, TX** – The No. 2 LSU Tigers (21-1, 3-0 SEC) are heading to Austin for a highly anticipated three-game series against the No. 5 Texas Longhorns (17-2, 3-0 Big 12) this weekend at Disch-Falk Field. The series, starting Friday at 7 p.m. CT, marks a clash between two college baseball powerhouses.

LSU boasts a remarkable 21-1 record, their best start through 22 games since their 1986 College World Series team achieved the same feat. The Tigers are riding a 16-game winning streak, their longest since 2017. Their offensive prowess is evident in their league-leading .345 batting average and impressive power numbers. Key players like Derek Curiel (SEC Co-Freshman of the Week) and Jake Brown have been instrumental in LSU’s success. Pitching-wise, Kade Anderson (4-0, 2.57 ERA) will lead the charge against Texas.

Texas, with a strong 17-2 record, enters the series fresh off a sweep of Mississippi State. The Longhorns, led by hitters Ethan Mendoza and Max Belyeu, present a formidable challenge for the Tigers. Their pitching staff also boasts a solid ERA.

Coach Jay Johnson expressed excitement for the challenge, highlighting the historical significance of the matchup between two of college baseball’s most decorated programs. The series will be broadcast on SEC Network (Friday) and SEC Network+ (Saturday and Sunday). The outcome promises to be a significant test for both teams early in the season. The Longhorns hold a slight edge in the overall series history, but LSU has won three of the last four meetings.

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