When do Alabama, Troy baseball play in 2026 College World Series?

The path to Omaha is clear. The first-round pairings for the 2026 Men’s College World Series at Charles Schwab Field have been locked in, setting the stage for an intense tournament as reported by 205focus.com.

Troy and Alabama Hit the Field

Troy kicks off the excitement for local fans, as they are slated for the tournament's opening game against West Virginia at 1 p.m. this Friday. Fans can catch all the action on ESPN. Alabama will follow the next day, squaring off against SEC rival Oklahoma at 2 p.m. Saturday, also airing on ESPN.

The tournament utilizes a double-elimination format. Bracket winners will eventually face off in a best-of-3 national championship series, which is scheduled to begin on June 20. It is important to note that Alabama and Troy are placed in separate brackets, meaning an on-field clash between the two would only be possible if both programs fight their way to the championship series.

2026 Men’s College World Series First-Round Schedule

All times listed below are in Central time:

• Troy vs. West Virginia: 1 p.m., ESPN

• North Carolina vs. Ole Miss: 6 p.m., ESPN

• Alabama vs. Oklahoma: 2 p.m., ESPN

• Georgia vs. Texas: 7 p.m., ESPN