Bulldogs Shutout Vanderbilt 9 0 In Game 3

Mississippi State Wins 2021 College World Series

Bulldogs Shutout Vanderbilt 9-0 in Game 3

The Mississippi State Bulldogs are the 2021 College World Series champions. The Bulldogs shutout Vanderbilt 9-0 in Game 3 of the finals to take home the title. It is Mississippi State's first College World Series title since 2019. The Bulldogs were led by a strong pitching performance from Will Bednar. Bednar threw 7.1 innings, allowing just two hits and two walks. He struck out nine batters. At the plate, the Bulldogs were led by Luke Hancock. Hancock went 3-for-4 with two doubles and three RBIs. The Bulldogs' victory is a major upset. Vanderbilt was the No. 1 overall seed in the tournament, and they had not lost a game in the College World Series until Game 3 of the finals. Mississippi State's victory is a testament to the Bulldogs' resilience. The Bulldogs lost their first game of the College World Series, but they rallied to win four straight games and claim the title.