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Rodriguez’s Cycle Powers 14-2 Texas Win, Keeps Team Alive

6/17/2026

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Adrian Rodriguez (Texas) hit for the cycle and logged seven RBIs in a 14-2 win over Alabama on June 15, 2026, tying the CWS RBI record.
He went 5-for-5 with a single, two doubles, a triple and a home run, becoming the third player to cycle in the tournament.
Texas stayed alive in the loser’s bracket and will meet No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs on June 16, 2026, after the bullpen closed with a perfect ninth.

History

Historical Context

The Texas Longhorns, coached by Augie Garrido, won their fifth College World Series title on June 22 2002, beating South Carolina 12–6 in Omaha. That victory added to a program that, by 2026, holds the most CWS appearances (39) and six national championships, underscoring the team’s historic dominance as they seek to repeat in 2026.

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Story summary

Adrian Rodriguez (Texas) hit for the cycle and logged seven RBIs in a 14-2 win over Alabama on June 15, 2026, tying the CWS RBI record.
He went 5-for-5 with a single, two doubles, a triple and a home run, becoming the third player to cycle in the tournament.
Texas stayed alive in the loser’s bracket and will meet No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs on June 16, 2026, after the bullpen closed with a perfect ninth.

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