PREVIEW: Texas Longhorns Baseball Takes on Abilene Christian in Midweek Tilt

The Texas Longhorns are set to take on Abilene Christian in a midweek matchup on Tuesday

Texas Longhorns outfielder Jared Thomas (9) celebratees a home run by outfielder Will Gasparino (8) / Aaron E. Martinez/American-Statesman /

Tuesday's matchup at UFCU Disch-Falk Field sees the Texas Longhorns gearing up to face off against Abilene Christian, a team they've historically dominated with a perfect 5-0 record.

This game marks the continuation of a rivalry that began last year with Texas securing a dominant 20-0 victory in seven innings. The Longhorns have carried their momentum into this season, clinching their second consecutive Big 12 series win. Their offensive prowess has been evident with a solid .301 batting average and an impressive 55 home runs.

Leading the charge are standout players like Jared Thomas and Max Belyeu, who have consistently delivered impactful performances at the plate. Thomas boasts an impressive .409 batting average and leads the Big 12 with 47 hits, while Belyeu has been a force to be reckoned with, leading both the team and the conference with 11 home runs.

This offensive firepower has been complemented by a resilient pitching staff, maintaining a 4.61 ERA backed by 225 strikeouts in 252 innings pitched. Under the guidance of Coach David Pierce, the Longhorns have established UFCU Disch-Falk Field as a fortress, boasting an outstanding 190-54 record since 2017.

Their dominance at home is further underscored by their formidable attendance figures, with an average of 7,489 fans per game, ranking fifth in the nation.

As they prepare to take on Abilene Christian, Texas is poised to extend their winning streak and increase momentum approaching conference play.

How to Watch: Longhorn Network, Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. CT