No. 4 Arkansas Razorbacks Host Central Arkansas Bears in Midweek Matchup

Arkansas looks to continue its dominance over in-state opponents at Baum-Walker Stadium

Mar. 24, 2026 at 11:23am

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The No. 4 Arkansas Razorbacks (18-7) will host the Central Arkansas Bears (13-11) in a Tuesday night baseball matchup at Baum-Walker Stadium in Fayetteville. Arkansas has a strong record of 29-6 against in-state opponents since 1947, including an 8-3 mark against UCA and a perfect 7-0 record at home against the Bears.

Why it matters

This game provides the Razorbacks an opportunity to continue their winning ways against in-state rivals and build momentum heading into the heart of their SEC schedule. For Central Arkansas, it's a chance to pull off an upset against a highly ranked opponent and gain valuable experience playing on the road against a top-tier program.

The details

Arkansas will start right-hander Peyton Lee (1-1, 5.56 ERA) on the mound, while Central Arkansas counters with righty Jacob Pannell (0-1, 13.09 ERA). The Razorbacks enter the game as heavy favorites, with BetSaracen listing them at -10000 on the moneyline and -8.5 on the run line.

  • The game is scheduled for Tuesday, March 24 at 6 p.m. CT.
  • Arkansas has a 29-6 record against in-state opponents since 1947.

The players

Peyton Lee

Arkansas right-handed pitcher with a 1-1 record and 5.56 ERA this season.

Jacob Pannell

Central Arkansas right-handed pitcher with a 0-1 record and 13.09 ERA this season.

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