Baylor rallies in ninth to win series finale at Cincinnati

Baylor baseball scored five runs in the ninth inning to defeat Cincinnati 8-4 and avoid a series sweep on April 12, 2026.

Baylor rallies in ninth to win series finale at Cincinnati

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The Baylor Bears baseball team avoided a series sweep with a dramatic 8-4 comeback victory over the Cincinnati Bearcats on Saturday, April 12, 2026, at UC Baseball Stadium. Trailing 4-3 entering the ninth inning, Baylor erupted for five runs to secure the win in the finale of the three-game Big 12 conference series.

Baylor's ninth-inning rally was highlighted by key hits from the middle of the order. The comeback handed Cincinnati its first loss in Big 12 play this season. The Bearcats had won the first two games of the series on Thursday and Friday.

The victory improves Baylor's overall record for the 2026 season. The team will look to build on the momentum from the comeback win as they continue their conference schedule.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of the Baylor vs. Cincinnati baseball game on April 12, 2026?

Baylor defeated Cincinnati by a score of 8-4.

How did Baylor win the game?

Baylor scored five runs in the top of the ninth inning to overcome a 4-3 deficit.

What was the result of the series?

Cincinnati won the three-game series 2-1, having won the first two games before Baylor's victory in the finale.

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