Arkansas pitcher Gage Wood throws third no-hitter in CWS history, gets 19 strikeouts against Murray State

In a historic performance at the College World Series, Arkansas pitcher Gage Wood delivered a remarkable no-hitter against Murray State, marking only the third such achievement in CWS history and the first in 65 years. Wood's dominance on the mound was evident as he struck out an astonishing 19 batters, setting a new record for strikeouts in a nine-inning game during the series. The Razorbacks secured a solid 3-0 victory, with Wood's pitching preventing Murray State from making any significant offensive plays. This victory was particularly notable for Murray State, which was making its inaugural appearance in Omaha, as they struggled to contend with Wood's skillful pitching throughout the game. Wood's performance placed him in an elite group alongside Jim Ehrler and Jim Wixson, who previously recorded no-hitters in 1950 and 1960, respectively, showcasing the rarity and significance of his achievement in the world of college baseball.

Despite the monumental nature of his accomplishment, Wood maintained a humble demeanor after the game, emphasizing that his primary focus was on continuing to play and not returning home. He expressed his excitement about advancing to the next round, stating, "The only special thing was I didn’t want to go home. That’s it. We’re not going home. We get to play tomorrow night. But it’s pretty cool." With this victory, Arkansas improved its overall record to 49-14 and prepared for a crucial elimination game against the loser of the matchup between LSU and UCLA. On the other hand, Murray State's journey in the tournament concluded with a disappointing 0-2 record, becoming only the fourth No. 4 regional seed since 1999 to reach Omaha but ultimately falling short in their quest for victory.