**The 2025 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl: A Showdown Between Michigan and Texas on New Year's Eve**

The 2025 **Cheez-It Citrus Bowl** is gearing up to be a thrilling college football spectacle, pitting the **Michigan Wolverines** against the **Texas Longhorns** on **Wednesday, December 31, 2025**. This matchup promises to be one of the most anticipated events of the postseason, especially for fans of the Big Ten and the Southeastern Conference (SEC).

Hosted at the **Camping World Stadium** in Orlando, Florida, the 80th edition of the **Cheez-It Citrus Bowl** is set to begin at 3 p.m. ET, with the game being broadcast nationally by ABC. This game marks a significant milestone in the bowl’s history, as it celebrates a yearlong celebration of one of college football’s most historic postseason games.

The **Cheez-It Citrus Bowl** is renowned as the seventh-oldest bowl game in the country, consistently featuring top-tier teams from the Big Ten and SEC who are not part of the College Football Playoff series. The 2025 edition will be no different, with Michigan and Texas bringing their strong seasonal performances to the field.

The **Michigan Wolverines** have had a solid season, finishing with a 9-3 record and a 7-2 mark in the Big Ten Conference. This performance secured their place in the **Cheez-It Citrus Bowl** as the top Big Ten team outside the College Football Playoff (CFP). Despite a 27-9 loss to Ohio State, the Wolverines are looking to end the 2025 campaign on a positive note.

The **Texas Longhorns**, meanwhile, come into the bowl game with a 9-3 record and a 6-2 mark in the **SEC**. They showed resilience and skill throughout the season, making them a formidable opponent for the Wolverines. Texas has also had a historic run in the SEC, adding to the excitement of the matchup.

Tickets for the **Cheez-It Citrus Bowl** went on sale exclusively through **Florida Citrus Sports** membership and **Stadium Pass Flex Plans** following the announcement of the participating teams on **Sunday, December 7, 2025**. Single-game tickets are available to the public, offering fans a chance to witness this historic showdown.

The 2025 **Cheez-It Citrus Bowl** promises to be a memorable event, not just for the participating teams but for all college football enthusiasts. With both Michigan and Texas bringing their best to the field, the game is poised to deliver an exciting and competitive experience. Fans can look forward to a thrilling New Year’s Eve celebration as these two powerhouse teams compete for the **Cheez-It Citrus Bowl** trophy.