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Arkansas, Vanderbilt to Meet in SEC Championship Game
Razorbacks and Commodores to battle for conference title on Sunday
Mar. 15, 2026 at 11:34am
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The Arkansas Razorbacks and Vanderbilt Commodores will face off in the SEC Championship Game on Sunday at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Arkansas earned its spot in the title game with an overtime win against Ole Miss, while Vanderbilt advanced after defeating top-seeded Florida. This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season, with Arkansas winning the previous matchup 93-68 on January 20.
Why it matters
The SEC Championship Game represents a chance for both teams to claim the conference title and earn an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. For Arkansas, it's their first appearance in the SEC title game since 2017, as they look to win their first conference championship since 1994. Vanderbilt, meanwhile, is seeking its first SEC tournament championship since 2012.
The details
The game will tip off at 12 p.m. CT on Sunday and will be broadcast on ESPN. Arkansas is led by a balanced scoring attack, while Vanderbilt has been paced by strong performances from Billy Richmond, Darius Acuff Jr., and Meleek Thomas. BetSaracen has the Commodores favored by 2.5 points, with the over/under set at 166.5 total points.
- The SEC Championship Game will be played on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
- Arkansas and Vanderbilt previously met on January 20, 2026, with the Razorbacks winning 93-68.
The players
Arkansas Razorbacks
The 3-seed Arkansas Razorbacks are making their first appearance in the SEC Championship Game since 2017.
Vanderbilt Commodores
The 4-seed Vanderbilt Commodores are seeking their first SEC tournament championship since 2012.
Billy Richmond
Vanderbilt's leading scorer and rebounder, who is projected to have a strong performance in the title game.
Darius Acuff Jr.
Vanderbilt guard who is expected to provide a scoring boost in the first half.
Meleek Thomas
Vanderbilt forward who could be a key contributor in the first half of the championship game.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee
What’s next
The winner of the SEC Championship Game will earn an automatic bid to the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
The takeaway
This matchup between Arkansas and Vanderbilt represents an opportunity for both programs to claim conference supremacy and secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament. The Razorbacks are looking to end their 32-year drought since their last SEC title, while the Commodores aim to capture their first tournament championship in over a decade.
