Razorbacks Host Mississippi State on Thursday

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The No. 35 Arkansas men's tennis team (16-10) returns to Billingsley Tennis Center on Thursday, April 2 for an SEC matchup against No. 6 Mississippi State at 5:30 p.m. Arkansas enters the match following a split Sunday in Austin, falling 4-0 to No. 3 Texas before earning a 4-0 win over Incarnate Word later in the day.

Why it matters

This SEC matchup between two highly ranked teams will be an important test for the Razorbacks as they look to build momentum heading into the postseason. Arkansas is led by nationally ranked singles player Jakub Vrba and doubles pair Ben Weintraub and Eric Padgham.

The details

Mississippi State enters Thursday's matchup with an 18-3 overall record and a No. 6 national ranking. Arkansas continues to be led by Jakub Vrba, who is currently ranked No. 18 nationally in singles. In doubles, the pair of Ben Weintraub and Eric Padgham are ranked No. 28 nationally.

• The match will take place on Thursday, April 2 at 5:30 p.m.
• Arkansas fell 4-0 to No. 3 Texas and earned a 4-0 win over Incarnate Word on Sunday.

What’s next

The winner of this match will gain momentum heading into the postseason.