No. 14 Oklahoma Falls to Oklahoma State in Rain-Shortened Bedlam Matchup

Sooners' late rally not enough as Cowboys take the win in Tulsa

Apr. 15, 2026 at 3:23am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a baseball game in motion, with overlapping planes of crimson, orange, and navy blue representing the players, field, and stadium elements.The rain-shortened Bedlam matchup between Oklahoma and Oklahoma State showcased the intense rivalry between the two programs, with the Cowboys ultimately prevailing in a game that was decided by the weather.Today in Tulsa

The No. 14 Oklahoma Sooners fell to the Oklahoma State Cowboys 7-3 in a rain-shortened Bedlam matchup at ONEOK Field in Tulsa. The Cowboys jumped out to an early 6-0 lead thanks to home runs from Kollin Ritchie, Campbell Smithwick, and Garrett Shull before the Sooners mounted a late comeback attempt in the 8th inning, highlighted by a 3-run homer from Jaxon Willits. However, the game was called due to severe weather before Oklahoma could complete the rally.

Why it matters

This Bedlam matchup between the two in-state rivals was an important early-season test for both teams as they look to make a push in conference play. While Oklahoma State was able to get revenge for their earlier loss to the Sooners, the game's premature ending leaves some lingering questions about Oklahoma's ability to mount a comeback against their rivals.

The details

Oklahoma State jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the 1st inning on back-to-back home runs from Kollin Ritchie and Campbell Smithwick. The Cowboys extended their lead to 6-0 in the 4th inning with another homer from Smithwick and a 2-run shot from Garrett Shull. Oklahoma finally broke through in the 8th inning when Jaxon Willits hit a 3-run homer, but the game was called due to severe weather before the Sooners could complete their comeback attempt.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 15, 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
  • Oklahoma State took an early 3-0 lead in the 1st inning.

The players

Kollin Ritchie

Oklahoma State player who hit a 2-run homer in the 1st inning.

Campbell Smithwick

Oklahoma State player who hit a solo homer in the 1st inning and another homer in the 4th inning.

Garrett Shull

Oklahoma State player who hit a 2-run homer in the 4th inning.

Jaxon Willits

Oklahoma player who hit a 3-run homer in the 8th inning.

Michael Catalano

Oklahoma starting pitcher who gave up 6 runs on 4 hits in 4 innings of work.

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What they’re saying

“It's a Bedlam split as Oklahoma State was able to get revenge for their early season loss to OU back in Arlington in February.”

— Josh Callaway, Author

What’s next

Oklahoma will look to bounce back this weekend as they host Missouri for a 3-game SEC series, with the first game on Friday at 6:30pm CT.

The takeaway

This rain-shortened Bedlam matchup highlighted the competitive nature of the rivalry between Oklahoma and Oklahoma State, with the Cowboys getting an early advantage before the Sooners mounted a late comeback attempt that was cut short by the weather. Both teams will look to build on this game as they continue their conference play in the coming weeks.