What time is the College World Series today? Channel, TV schedule for Game 1 of UNC vs. Oklahoma CWS finals
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North Carolina and Oklahoma have been a level above the rest of the field during the 2026 College World Series, so it’s only fitting they face off for the national title.
The fifth-seeded Tar Heels and unseeded Sooners each navigated the main bracket without a loss and will now play a best-of-three series to crown a champion.
UNC is back in the finals for the first time since losing in back-to-back trips in 2006 and 2007. Only Florida State (24 appearances) has been to the College World Series more times than North Carolina (12 before this year) without winning it all.
The Sooners have two trophies in the case already, but the most recent came in 1994. OU’s previous title came in the tournament’s second year at its now-permanent home in Omaha, 1951.
All of which is to day, whoever emerges victorious this weekend will cherish the title. Here’s when and where to watch every game.
What time is the College World Series today?
Each game of the 2026 College World Series finals will start at a different time. See the full schedule below:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat., June 20 | Game 1: UNC vs. Oklahoma | 8 p.m. | ESPN, fubo, ESPN app |
| Sun., June 21 | Game 2: Oklahoma vs. UNC | 2:30 p.m. | ABC, fubo, ESPN app |
| Mon., June 22 | Game 3: UNC vs. Oklahoma* | 7 p.m. | ESPN, fubo, ESPN app |
* If necessary
Where to watch College World Series finals
Games 1 and 3 (if necessary) of the College World Series finals will be broadcast by ESPN, while Game 2 will be on ABC. Karl Ravech will have play-by-play duties on each game, with analysis from Chris Burke and Kyle Peterson.
There will also be an alternate broadcast on ESPNU for each game, featuring Mike Monaco, Ben McDonald, Mike Rooney and Jack DeLongchamps. The network says that presentation “will blend analysis, special guests, fan interaction and behind-the-scenes storytelling.”
Fans can stream either feed live via the ESPN app or fubo, which offers a free trial so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)
College World Series scores, results 2026
Here’s the path that brought us to the CWS finals this year:
Friday, June 12
| Game |
|---|
| Game 1: West Virginia 7, Troy 5 |
| Game 2: North Carolina 6, Ole Miss 2 |
Saturday, June 13
| Game |
|---|
| Game 3: Oklahoma 9, Alabama 0 |
| Game 4: Georgia 7, Texas 1 |
Sunday, June 14
| Game |
|---|
| Game 5: Troy 12, Ole Miss 8 |
| Game 6: North Carolina 5, West Virginia 2 |
Monday, June 15
| Game |
|---|
| Game 7: Texas 14, Alabama 2 |
| Game 8: Oklahoma 4, Georgia 3 |
Tuesday, June 16
| Game |
|---|
| Game 9: West Virginia 12, Troy 0 |
| Game 10: Georgia 2, Texas 0 |
Wednesday, June 17
| Game |
|---|
| Game 11: North Carolina 12, West Virginia 7 |
| Game 12: Oklahoma 11, Georgia 4 |
College World Series champions list
Here are the last 10 College World Series winners and runners-up. There was no tournament in 2020 due to COVID-19.
| Year | Champion | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | LSU | Coastal Carolina |
| 2024 | Tennessee | Texas A&M |
| 2023 | LSU | Florida |
| 2022 | Ole Miss | Oklahoma |
| 2021 | Mississippi State | Vanderbilt |
| 2019 | Vanderbilt | Michigan |
| 2018 | Oregon State | Arkansas |
| 2017 | Florida | LSU |
| 2016 | Coastal Carolina | Arizona |
| 2015 | Virginia | Vanderbilt |
