Arkansas Secures Series Over Auburn With Burnham's Shutout

Razorbacks win 4-0 behind complete game from pitcher Payton Burnham

Apr. 6, 2026 at 3:30pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a college softball game, with the players and field broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in shades of orange, navy, and white.Arkansas' decisive series win over Auburn showcases the Razorbacks' well-rounded talent on the diamond.Auburn Today

Sixth-ranked Arkansas defeated Auburn 4-0 on Sunday at Bogle Park, securing the series victory behind a complete-game shutout from pitcher Payton Burnham. Burnham allowed just two hits and struck out five batters, while the Razorbacks' offense was powered by home runs from Atalyia Rijo, Tianna Bell, and Kailey Wyckoff.

Why it matters

The win marks Arkansas' third consecutive home SEC series victory, improving their overall record to 32-5 and conference record to 7-4. The Razorbacks will look to complete the series sweep against Auburn in the finale.

The details

Burnham went the distance for Arkansas, surrendering only two hits and four walks while fanning five batters. The Razorbacks' defense backed her effort, turning three double plays. Arkansas got on the board in the second inning on Rijo's solo home run, then added to the lead in the fourth with Bell's two-run shot and Wyckoff's solo homer.

  • The game was played on Sunday, April 6, 2026 at Bogle Park.

The players

Payton Burnham

The Arkansas pitcher who delivered a complete-game shutout, allowing just two hits and striking out five batters.

Atalyia Rijo

The Arkansas player who hit a solo home run in the second inning to open the scoring.

Tianna Bell

The Arkansas player who hit a two-run home run in the fourth inning to extend the lead.

Kailey Wyckoff

The Arkansas player who hit a solo home run in the fourth inning to make the score 4-0.

Ella McDowell

The Arkansas player who went 2-for-3 with a run scored in the win.

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What’s next

The Razorbacks will look to complete the series sweep against Auburn in the finale.

The takeaway

Arkansas' dominant pitching performance and timely hitting secured the series victory over SEC rival Auburn, continuing the Razorbacks' strong start to the conference season.