The 2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament schedule takes place from Tuesday, May 19, through Saturday, May 23, 2026. For the first time, the tournament moves to Surprise Stadium in Surprise, Arizona (Spring Training home of the Rangers and Royals). The top 12 teams in the standings will compete in a single-elimination formatted bracket, with the Championship Game airing live on ESPNU at 6:00 PM MST on Saturday. We have the latest schedule, TV broadcasts/streams, and bracket for you to follow the action.
🏆 2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament Champion: Kansas
Kansas captured the 2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament title (May 19-23), at Surprise Stadium in Surprise, AZ.
Champion: No. 1 Kansas won the 2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament, defeating No. 2 West Virginia 9-0 in the final on May 23, and earns the Big 12 automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. It is the first Big 12 Tournament title in program history.
Live update (May 24, 2026): The tournament at Surprise Stadium is complete. Kansas shut out West Virginia 9-0 to claim the title. Final results are below.
Big 12 Tournament Results
| Game | Matchup | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No. 9 BYU vs No. 12 Texas Tech | BYU 18, Texas Tech 8 |
| 2 | No. 10 Utah vs No. 11 Kansas State | Kansas State 9, Utah 5 |
| 3 | No. 8 Baylor vs No. 9 BYU | Baylor 13, BYU 9 |
| 4 | No. 7 TCU vs No. 11 Kansas State | Kansas State 9, TCU 4 |
| 5 | No. 4 UCF vs No. 5 Oklahoma State | Oklahoma State 12, UCF 6 |
| 6 | No. 1 Kansas vs No. 8 Baylor | Kansas 8, Baylor 7 (10 inn.) |
| 7 | No. 2 West Virginia vs No. 11 Kansas State | West Virginia 4, Kansas State 2 |
| 8 | No. 3 Arizona State vs No. 6 Cincinnati | Arizona State 10, Cincinnati 2 |
| 9 (SF) | No. 1 Kansas vs No. 5 Oklahoma State | Kansas 9, Oklahoma State 2 |
| 10 (SF) | No. 2 West Virginia vs No. 3 Arizona State | West Virginia 7, Arizona State 3 |
| Final | No. 1 Kansas vs No. 2 West Virginia | Kansas 9, West Virginia 0 – Kansas wins the title |
2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament Schedule
The 2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament presented by Allstate runs Tuesday, May 19 through Saturday, May 23 at Surprise Stadium in Surprise, Arizona – the spring-training home of the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers. Twelve teams play a single-elimination bracket; Kansas, West Virginia, Arizona State, and UCF each earned a bye through Wednesday and enter on Thursday. All times Eastern.
2026 Big 12 Tournament Seedings
- Kansas
- West Virginia
- Arizona State
- UCF
- Oklahoma State
- Cincinnati
- TCU
- Baylor
- BYU
- Utah
- Kansas State
- Texas Tech
| Date | Game | Matchup | Time (ET) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 – Tuesday, May 19 | ||||
| Tue, May 19 | 1 | [9] BYU vs [12] Texas Tech | 1:30 PM | BYU 18, Texas Tech 8 |
| Tue, May 19 | 2 | [10] Utah vs [11] Kansas State | 11:00 PM | Kansas State 9, Utah 5 |
| Second Round – Wednesday, May 20 | ||||
| Wed, May 20 | 3 | [8] Baylor vs [9] BYU | 7:30 PM | Baylor 13, BYU 9 |
| Wed, May 20 | 4 | [7] TCU vs [11] Kansas State | 11:00 PM | Kansas State 9, TCU 4 |
| Quarterfinals – Thursday, May 21 | ||||
| Thu, May 21 | 5 | [4] UCF vs [5] Oklahoma State | 12:00 PM | Oklahoma State 12, UCF 6 |
| Thu, May 21 | 6 | [1] Kansas vs [8] Baylor | 3:30 PM | Kansas 8, Baylor 7 (10 inn.) |
| Thu, May 21 | 7 | [2] West Virginia vs [11] Kansas State | 7:30 PM | West Virginia 4, Kansas State 2 |
| Thu, May 21 | 8 | [3] Arizona State vs [6] Cincinnati | 11:00 PM | Arizona State 10, Cincinnati 2 |
| Semifinals – Friday, May 22 | ||||
| Fri, May 22 | 9 | [5] Oklahoma State vs [1] Kansas | 7:30 PM | Kansas 9, Oklahoma State 2 |
| Fri, May 22 | 10 | [2] West Virginia vs [3] Arizona State | 11:00 PM | West Virginia 7, Arizona State 3 |
| Championship – Saturday, May 23 | ||||
| Sat, May 23 | 11 | [1] Kansas vs [2] West Virginia | 7:30 PM | Kansas 9, West Virginia 0 |
New for 2026: The “Surprise” Factor
After years in Arlington and Oklahoma City, the Big 12 is heading west. Surprise Stadium is a premier venue, and this move to Arizona is expected to draw a massive crowd of alumni living in the Southwest.
- Format Change: Note that this is a 12-team single-elimination format, meaning one bad outing can end a season instantly.
Surprise Stadium Guide: Fan Information for the 2026 Big 12 Tournament
As the Spring Training home of the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals, Surprise Stadium is consistently ranked as one of the best fan experiences in the Cactus League. For the 2026 Big 12 Tournament, fans can expect a major-league atmosphere in a more intimate setting.
- Seating & Atmosphere: The stadium features a “wrap-around” concourse, allowing you to never lose sight of the action while grabbing food. We recommend the shaded seats in Sections 101-106 for the 4:30 PM MST starts to avoid the direct Arizona sun.
- Parking: Parking is free and located in the large lots surrounding the Surprise Recreation Campus.
- Bag Policy: Like most MLB-affiliated venues, Surprise Stadium enforces a Clear Bag Policy. Fans are permitted one clear plastic bag (no larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″) or a small clutch purse (no larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″).
- Outside Food: You are allowed to bring in one factory-sealed bottle of water (1 liter or smaller) per person. No outside food or other beverages are permitted inside the gates
View the 2026 Big 12 Baseball Bracket
Don’t miss a single pitch of the action at Surprise Stadium. We have created a high-resolution, one-page printable PDF of the official 2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament Bracket.
This printable bracket is designed to match the official flow and includes:
- All 12 Teams (including the crucial Double Bye slots).
- Complete TV/Streaming Schedule: Clearly labeled games for ESPN+ and the championship final on ESPNU.
- Arizona Times: All 11 games listed in Mountain Standard Time (MST).
Keep this guide on your fridge, desk, or in your pocket to track the “Road to Omaha.”
2026 Postseason Baseball Resources
The Big 12 Tournament in Arizona is just one stop on the Road to Omaha. If you are tracking multiple conferences or the national bracket, check out our other comprehensive 2026 guides:
- 2026 NCAA DI Baseball Tournament Schedule & Bracket: The full path from Regionals to the Men’s College World Series (MCWS) in Omaha. Includes a printable “Field of 64” bracket.
- 2026 SEC Baseball Tournament Guide: Everything you need to know about the 16-team gauntlet at the Hoover Met (May 19-24), including the new expanded format and TV schedule.
2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament FAQ
Where is the 2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament? The tournament is being held at Surprise Stadium in Surprise, Arizona.
What is the format of the 2026 Big 12 Tournament? It is a 12-team, single-elimination bracket. The top four seeds receive a first-round bye and do not play until Thursday, May 21.
How can I watch the Big 12 Baseball Tournament? Early round games are exclusive to ESPN+. The Championship Game on Saturday night will be broadcast nationally on ESPNU.
