The start time for the Mississippi State baseball game against Texas on May 1 has been delayed to 7:30 p.m. due to expected rain and thunderstorms in Austin.
Key points
Mississippi State baseball game start time changed
Game against Texas now at 7:30 p.m.
Weather forecast predicts rain and thunderstorms
Streaming available on SEC Network+
1.05 inches of rain expected in Austin
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Mississippi State baseball vs Texas start time changed due to weather
STARKVILLE ā The start time for Mississippi State baseball's series opener at Texas on May 1 has been moved back because of weather.
First pitch between the No. 9 Bulldogs (35-10, 13-8 SEC) and No. 4 Longhorns (33-9, 13-7) is now at 7:30 p.m. at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin. The game will stream on SEC Network+.
According to AccuWeather, 1.05 inches of rain is excepted May 1 in Austin. There is an 82% chance of rain at 7 p.m. and 61% chance at 8 p.m. with thunderstorms possible.
UFCU Disch-Falk Field has a turf playing surface.
Peyton Squyres, 5, rests in his dadās lap, Eric Squyres, during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Mississippi State head coach Brian O'Connor answers questions from members of the press after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Q&A
What time is the Mississippi State vs Texas baseball game now scheduled for?
The game is now scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. on May 1.
Why was the start time for the Mississippi State baseball game changed?
The start time was changed due to expected rain and thunderstorms in Austin.
What is the weather forecast for Austin on May 1 affecting the game?
Austin is expected to receive 1.05 inches of rain with an 82% chance of rain at 7 p.m.
Where can I watch the Mississippi State vs Texas baseball game?
The game will be streamed on SEC Network+.
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Mississippi State players hold up the Governorās Cup after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Mississippi State outfielder Vytas Valincius (14) shakes hands with teammates before a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Ole Miss players anticipate the pitch while playing defense during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Mississippi State outfielder Bryce Chance (38) swings for the ball during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Mississippi State pitcher Peyton Fowler (32) pitches during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
A āBeat Ole Missā pin is seen on the net during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Mississippi State pitcher Dane Burns (45) high-fives teammates after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Mississippi State head coach Brian O'Connor stands in the middle of a huddle after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Mississippi State players pose with the Governorās Cup after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Fans wait for autographs from Mississippi State players after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Fans hand hats and baseballs to Mississippi State utility player Noah Sullivan (18) for autographs after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Peyton Squyres, 5, rests in his dadās lap, Eric Squyres, during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Peyton Squyres, 5, rests in his dadās lap, Eric Squyres, during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Mississippi State head coach Brian O'Connor answers questions from members of the press after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Mississippi State players hold up the Governorās Cup after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Mississippi State outfielder Vytas Valincius (14) shakes hands with teammates before a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Ole Miss players anticipate the pitch while playing defense during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Mississippi State outfielder Bryce Chance (38) swings for the ball during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Mississippi State pitcher Peyton Fowler (32) pitches during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
A āBeat Ole Missā pin is seen on the net during a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Mississippi State pitcher Dane Burns (45) high-fives teammates after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Mississippi State head coach Brian O'Connor stands in the middle of a huddle after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Mississippi State players pose with the Governorās Cup after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Fans wait for autographs from Mississippi State players after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
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Ole Miss baseball vs Mississippi State in Governor's Cup see our best photos
Fans hand hats and baseballs to Mississippi State utility player Noah Sullivan (18) for autographs after a college baseball game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Mississippi State defeated Ole Miss in the Governorās Cup 7-3.
Tomas Valincius (7-1, 2.13 ERA) is scheduled to pitch for Mississippi State against Texas' Dylan Volantis (6-0, 2.06 ERA).
The series between MSU and Texas could have SEC championship implications. Texas is a half game ahead of MSU for third place in the standings. Georgia is in first place at 15-6 and Texas A&M is in second place at 14-6.
