Kentucky baseball surged past West Virginia with a commanding performance, clinching a 10-5 victory in their latest NCAA tournament clash. The Wildcats’ offense ignited early, with Cole Hage and Nick Lopez each driving in multiple runs to give Kentucky a comfortable lead by the fifth inning West Virginia responded with a late rally, but Kentucky’s bullpen held firm, closing out the game and sending the Wildcats to the next round.
The win continues a strong postseason run for Kentucky, who recently dominated Clemson 16-4 in another high-stakes matchup With the Wildcats’ bats red-hot and pitching depth on display, Kentucky fans are already looking ahead to the next challenge—streaming live on ESPN+.
For West Virginia, the loss marks the end of their campaign, while Kentucky’s hopes for a College World Series berth remain alive. Stay tuned for updates as the Wildcats’ journey continues.
