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What channel is UCLA vs Arkansas softball on? Time, TV for WCWS elimination game

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May 29, 2026

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What channel is UCLA vs Arkansas softball on? Time, TV for WCWS elimination game

It’s win or go home for half of the Women’s College World Series field on Friday, May 29.

In the nightcap of the WCWS elimination games is No. 8 UCLA vs. No. 5 Arkansas, two teams that suffered come-from-behind wins on May 28 by Alabama and Nebraska, respectively. The Bruins couldn’t take advantage of back-to-back home runs against Jocelyn Briski in the third, eventually falling 6-3 to the top-seeded Crimson Tide.

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The Razorbacks’ loss was arguably more painful (or, at least, took longer). Arkansas twice led against Nebraska and USA Softball Player of the Year Jordy Frahm, but was unable to maintain either lead before Ava Kuszak walked the Razorbacks off in the bottom of the 10th inning in the 5-3 defeat.

Now the Bruins and Razorbacks both must gear up for a second game in as many days, with their WCWS hopes on the line. Here’s how to watch as UCLA takes on Arkansas in a pivotal win-or-go-home game:

What TV channel is UCLA vs Arkansas softball on today?

ESPN will broadcast Friday’s elimination game between UCLA and Arkansas. Streaming options for the game include the ESPN app (with a TV login) and Fubo, which carries the ESPN family of networks and offers a free trial to new subscribers.

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UCLA vs Arkansas softball time today

Date: Friday, May 29
Time: 9:30 p.m. ET | 8:30 p.m. CT
Location: Devon Park (Oklahoma City)

First pitch for UCLA vs. Arkansas is set for 9:30 p.m. ET on May 29 from Devon Park in Oklahoma City.

WCWS bracket, schedule 2026

All times Eastern

Thursday, May 28

Game 1: No. 11 Texas Tech 8, Mississippi State 0 (5 innings) (RECAP)
Game 2: No. 7 Tennessee 6, No. 2 Texas 3 (RECAP)
Game 3: No. 1 Alabama 6, No. 8 UCLA 3 (RECAP)
Game 4: No. 4 Nebraska 5, No. 5 Arkansas 3 (10 innings) vs. (RECAP)

Friday, May 29

Game 5: Mississippi State vs. No. 2 Texas | 7 p.m. | ESPN (Fubo)
Game 6: No. 8 UCLA vs. No. 5 Arkansas | 9:30 p.m. | ESPN (Fubo)

Saturday, May 30

Game 7: No. 11 Texas Tech vs. No. 7 Tennessee | 3 p.m. | ABC (Fubo)
Game 8: No. 4 Nebraska vs. No. 1 Alabama 7 p.m. | ESPN (Fubo)

Sunday, May 31

Game 9: 3 p.m. | ABC (Fubo)
Game 10: 7 p.m. | ESPN2 (Fubo)

Monday, June 1

Game 11: Noon | ESPN (Fubo)
Game 12 (if necessary): 2:30 p.m. | ESPN (Fubo)
Game 13: 7 p.m. | ESPN2 (Fubo)
Game 14 (if necessary): 9:30 p.m. | ESPN2 (Fubo)

Wednesday, June 3

WCWS finals Game 1: 8 p.m. | ESPN (Fubo)

Thursday, June 4

WCWS finals Game 2: 8 p.m. | ESPN (Fubo)

Friday, June 5

WCWS finals Game 3 (if necessary): 8 p.m. | ESPN (Fubo)

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Dave Van Horn press conference: Arkansas baseball coach, players preview NCAA Lawrence Regional | Whole Hog Sports

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May 28, 2026

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Why the Arkansas AD is fuming about the Razorbacks’ game against the Utes

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May 28, 2026

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Why the Arkansas AD is fuming about the Razorbacks’ game against the Utes

Hunter Yurachek is “extremely concerned and displeased” about the late kickoff.

(Michael Woods | AP) Hunter Yurachek, Arkansas vice chancellor and director of athletics, speaks during a news conference, Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in Fayetteville, Ark.

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Arkansas basketball’s Billy Richmond III changes course, will withdraw from NBA Draft

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May 27, 2026

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Arkansas basketball’s Billy Richmond III changes course, will withdraw from NBA Draft

FAYETTEVILLE — Billy Richmond III has changed his mind. He will return to Arkansas basketball for the 2026-27 season.

CBS Sports’ Jon Rothstein originally reported Richmond was keeping his name in the NBA draft, but Rothstein backtracked a few minutes later and shared that Richmond’s agent said the rising junior was coming back to school.

A source with Arkansas confirmed to the Southwest Times Record that Richmond will play for the Razorbacks next year and will not stay in the NBA Draft.

Richmond declared for the draft on April 24 and went through the pre-draft process that included the NBA Combine and individual workouts.

Richmond was a consensus second-round draft pick in most projections. His athleticism and defensive instincts make Richmond an intriguing prospect, but there are questions surrounding his shooting and long-term impact on the offensive end.

The Memphis native blossomed in his second season under John Calipari. He averaged 11.2 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2 assists and 1.1 steals, and helped Arkansas reach the Sweet 16 for a second consecutive season. He was voted to the 2026 SEC All-Defensive Team by the league’s coaches and was one of three Razorbacks to play in all 37 games.

Richmond’s offense reached another level when he was inserted into the starting lineup in mid-February. He replaced the injured Karter Knox, who is transferring to Louisville for the upcoming season. He had 21 games scoring double figures as a sophomore after only totaling six in his freshman season.

In SEC games, Richmond ranked second in the league with a shooting percentage of 57.4%.

With Richmond back, Arkansas will have great depth at the wing position. Incoming five-star prospects JJ Andrews and Abdou Toure should handle significant minutes. The Hogs are still awaiting a decision from Meleek Thomas.

The jewel of the recruiting class, Jordan Smith Jr., is expected to be the point guard, with Georgia transfer Jeremiah Wilkinson providing a scoring punch as the off-ball guard.

Jackson Fuller covers Arkansas football, basketball and baseball for the Southwest Times Record, part of the USA TODAY Network. Reach him at jfuller@usatodayco.com or follow him @jacksonfuller16 on X, formerly known as Twitter.

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