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The Ole Miss Rebels achieved a significant victory over the No. 6 ranked Auburn Tigers with a 9-2 score. Starting pitcher Hunter Elliott dominated the mound, allowing no runs in seven innings and striking out eight batters. The Rebels’ offense came alive, with a standout performance from Ryan Moerman, who contributed three RBIs. This win improves Ole Miss’s season record and positions them well for the upcoming SEC and NCAA tournaments. The series against Auburn presents an opportunity for the Rebels to gain momentum as the regular season concludes.
Oxford, MS – The Ole Miss Rebels kicked off the final weekend of the 2025 college baseball regular season with an emphatic 9-2 victory over the No. 6 ranked Auburn Tigers on May 15 at Swayze Field. This victory is significant as it puts Ole Miss in a stronger position as they prepare for both the SEC and NCAA tournaments.
Starting pitcher Hunter Elliott delivered an outstanding performance, contributing to the Rebels’ success by pitching seven shutout innings. During this time, he allowed only four hits and two walks while striking out eight batters. This dominant display on the mound set the tone for Ole Miss’s offensive efforts throughout the game.
The Rebels opened the scoring in the bottom of the fifth inning with a sacrifice fly hit by Luke Hill, which allowed a runner to cross home plate. They capitalized on their momentum with another run later in the fifth during a rundown play, bringing the score to 2-0. Ole Miss continued to build their lead by scoring two additional runs in the sixth inning and exploding for five runs in the seventh. Ryan Moerman stood out in the lineup, leading the team with three RBIs for the game.
This game marked an important moment for Ole Miss, improving their overall season record to 36-17 and their SEC record to 15-13. The victory is critical for the Rebels as they aim to enhance their RPI against a highly ranked opponent in Auburn, who were previously tied for fourth in the SEC standings and ranked No. 2 in the RPI.
The series against Auburn provides Ole Miss with an opportunity to gain momentum following a challenging stretch, having lost four out of their last five games. By performing well against a formidable opponent, the Rebels are looking to not only boost their confidence but also position themselves effectively for upcoming tournaments.
The second game of the series is scheduled for May 16 at 6 p.m. CT and has been moved up by one hour due to anticipated inclement weather. As they prepare for this next match, Ole Miss head coach Mike Bianco expressed pride in the team’s ability to score runs off Auburn’s well-regarded starting pitcher, Cam Tilly. The matchup displayed a comprehensive team effort from Ole Miss, highlighting solid pitching, effective strategies, and timely hits.
After this loss, Auburn’s record fell to 37-16, and they now maintain a 16-12 record in the SEC. As the season nears its conclusion, both teams will be looking to improve their standings heading into the playoffs.
As Ole Miss continues their final series of the regular season, they will be eager to translate their recent success into further victories, aiming to secure a favorable position for the upcoming SEC and NCAA tournaments.
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- Google News: Ole Miss vs Auburn baseball
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