The 2025 NCAA Baseball Super Regionals are delivering high drama, thrilling comebacks, and breakout performances as the road to Omaha narrows. With Sunday’s results, more than half of the College World Series (CWS) field is now set, featuring a mix of powerhouse programs and Cinderella stories that have captured fans’ attention across the nation.
Arizona Shocks No. 5 UNC with Stunning Comeback
The highlight of the weekend came in Chapel Hill, where Arizona pulled off a jaw-dropping series turnaround against No. 5 North Carolina. After being demolished 18-2 in Friday’s opener, the Wildcats rallied to win the next two games, clinching their first CWS appearance under coach Chip Hale. Sunday’s deciding game featured a back-and-forth battle, but it was Arizona that delivered late. A costly UNC error and a clutch single from MLB Draft prospect Mason White sealed a dramatic 4-3 win.
Louisville Outlasts Miami in Gritty Game 3
Louisville punched its ticket to Omaha with a resilient Game 3 win over Miami. After falling behind early, the Cardinals responded with a two-run fourth before Eddie King Jr.—continuing his red-hot streak—drove in the go-ahead run with a seventh-inning double. King notched three more hits, marking his sixth multi-hit performance in his last seven games. This will be Louisville’s sixth CWS appearance under longtime head coach Dan McDonnell.
Murray State Forces Winner-Take-All Game vs. Duke
In Durham, Cinderella story Murray State kept its dream alive with a 19-9 demolition of Duke to force a decisive Game 3 on Monday. The Racers’ bats exploded for 17 hits, including two-run homers from Dan Tauken and Conner Cunningham during a wild nine-run seventh inning. Despite three defensive errors, Duke couldn’t keep pace with Murray State’s offensive onslaught. The Racers are now just one win away from their first-ever trip to the College World Series.
LSU Dominates West Virginia to Advance
LSU secured a quick two-game sweep of West Virginia, following Saturday’s 16-run barrage with a 12-5 victory in Game 2. The Tigers came out firing with six runs in the first two innings. West Virginia briefly closed the gap to 6-4, but LSU answered decisively with another six-run inning in the seventh. Steven Milam and Jake Brown each drove in four runs, with Brown’s two-run homer sealing the deal. The Tigers look formidable heading into Omaha.
Coastal Carolina Heads Back to Omaha
Coastal Carolina punched its ticket to the CWS for the first time since their 2016 national title run. Saturday’s comeback win saw Walker Mitchell spark a seventh-inning rally with an RBI single, followed by two more runs to take the lead. Mitchell added another RBI in the eighth, providing a crucial insurance run. It was a complete team effort that reignited the magic from nearly a decade ago.
Arkansas Slams Its Way Past Tennessee
No. 3 Arkansas became the first of a record 13 SEC teams in the tournament to secure a CWS berth. A grand slam from Logan Maxwell in the fourth inning blew open Game 2, and the Razorbacks never looked back. They capitalized on control issues from Tennessee’s bullpen to add two more runs in the seventh via bases-loaded walks. Tennessee’s offense had few answers, and Arkansas swept the series with authority.
UCLA’s Pitching Steps Up to Blank UTSA
Despite season-long pitching inconsistencies, UCLA found its groove at the perfect time. The Bruins shut out a powerful UTSA lineup in a 2-0 Game 2 victory, securing a two-game sweep. Landon Stump delivered one of his best performances of the year, and the bullpen shut the door to clinch UCLA’s return to the College World Series. It marks their second-ever trip since joining the Big Ten.
Oregon State Survives Wild Slugfest Against Florida State
Oregon State wasted no time setting the tone in Sunday’s high-scoring battle against Florida State, exploding for seven runs in the first inning and six more in the third. The Beavers led 14-4 by the fourth, and although FSU mounted a late rally, the early deficit proved too much. The 14-10 victory sends Oregon State back to Omaha with an offense firing on all cylinders.
What’s Next: Monday’s Decisive Games
Only a few super regional matchups remain unresolved, and Monday’s action could complete the CWS puzzle. All eyes will be on Murray State vs. Duke, where the underdog Racers aim to make history. Stay tuned for updated brackets, broadcast schedules, and analysis as Omaha draws near.
Conclusion
As the dust settles on a thrilling weekend of NCAA super regional action, the 2025 College World Series bracket is nearly complete. Powerhouse programs like LSU, Arkansas, and UCLA have stamped their tickets to Omaha, while surprise stories like Arizona and Murray State have added heart and drama to the journey. With only a handful of spots left to fill, the stage is nearly set for college baseball’s biggest event. Whether it’s dominant pitching, explosive offense, or gritty comebacks, this postseason has delivered it all — and if the super regionals are any indication, the College World Series promises even more unforgettable moments ahead
2 thoughts on “2025 NCAA Baseball Super Regional Recap Last Stops Before College World Series Matchups”