Dallas, September 6, 2025
News Summary
Arkansas and Texas Tech will face off in a highly anticipated rematch at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The game, named the Revocruit Rematch, is set for December 13 and will be broadcast on ESPN. This matchup rekindles their competitive rivalry following Texas Tech’s tight victory in the last NCAA Tournament. With both teams eager to test their rosters, fans can expect an exciting game as Arkansas looks to even the score in their historically close series.
Dallas — Arkansas and Texas Tech will meet in a nonconference rematch on Dec. 13, 2025 at 11 a.m. CT at the American Airlines Center, a matchup officially announced by event promoter bdG Sports. The game is billed as the Revocruit Rematch and revisits last season’s NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 pairing, with the contest set for broadcast on an ESPN network to be specified at a later date.
Event details and ticketing
The matchup between Arkansas and Texas Tech will take place at the American Airlines Center in Dallas on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Sept. 19, 2025, at 10 a.m. CT through Ticketmaster. Additional event information is available at the event site listed as a public resource in event announcements (www.revocruitrematch.com).
Broadcast and promotion
bdG Sports is the event promoter for the game. The matchup will be televised on an ESPN network, with the specific channel to be announced closer to the event date. The December date places the contest during the nonconference portion of the college basketball season and provides both teams an opportunity to test talent and depth against high-level competition.
Why the rematch matters
The game renews a competitive series that has been tightly contested in recent years. Texas Tech currently leads the all-time series by a single game, 41–40, following its comeback overtime victory over Arkansas in the 2024 Sweet 16. That game featured a 16-point comeback by Texas Tech, culminating in an overtime win that heightened interest in a follow-up meeting. The four most recent matchups between the programs have been especially close, with a combined margin of victory of just 14 points — an average of 3.5 points per game.
Coaching context and rivalry
Arkansas head coach John Calipari and Texas Tech head coach Grant McCasland have both framed the matchup as significant for their respective programs and fan bases, viewing a high-profile neutral-site game in Dallas as a strong test ahead of conference play and potential NCAA Tournament runs. Calipari holds a 1–1 record against Texas Tech from prior coaching stops.
Historical and recent context
The Arkansas–Texas Tech series dates back to 1942 and includes multiple meetings played in Dallas. Texas Tech holds a 3–1 advantage in games played in Dallas specifically. Across all games in Dallas, Arkansas has a 24–14 record and has a 2–3 record at the American Airlines Center.
Notable recent outcomes include Arkansas wins in prior seasons and the defining 2024 Sweet 16 loss to Texas Tech. The close nature of recent contests has contributed to heightened anticipation for the rematch.
Team status and personnel
Arkansas enters the 2025 matchup after a 2024–25 season that produced a 22–14 overall record and an 8–10 mark in SEC play. Arkansas’ NCAA Tournament run in that season included victories over Kansas and St. John’s. The roster for the upcoming season features highly ranked recruits, notably Darius Acuff and Meleek Thomas, both listed among the top 11 in the ESPN 100 for their class.
Texas Tech returns key contributors expected to play major roles in 2025, including guards JT Toppin and Christian Anderson. The returning core and the program’s momentum following the dramatic NCAA Tournament win over Arkansas make the matchup a focal point for both teams early in the season.
Scheduling notes
This game marks the second consecutive season Arkansas will face a Big 12 opponent at the American Airlines Center after a previous neutral-site game against Baylor. The neutral-site setting in Dallas has become a recurring location for marquee nonconference matchups involving the Razorbacks.
What to watch
- Close-game execution: Recent history suggests the teams produce tightly contested outcomes; late-game execution will be decisive.
- Player matchups: Watch how Arkansas integrates its top recruits and how Texas Tech’s returning veterans influence tempo and scoring.
- Coaching strategies: Both staffs may use the neutral-site game to test lineups and schemes that could carry into conference play and postseason planning.
FAQ
When and where is the game?
The game is scheduled for December 13, 2025, at 11 a.m. CT at the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
Who announced the matchup?
The matchup was announced by bdG Sports, the event promoter handling the Revocruit Rematch.
How can I buy tickets?
Tickets go on sale to the public on Sept. 19, 2025, at 10 a.m. CT through Ticketmaster.
Will the game be televised?
Yes. The game will air on an ESPN network; the specific channel will be announced later.
Why is this called the Revocruit Rematch?
The event name references the rematch of last season’s Sweet 16 meeting between Arkansas and Texas Tech and is being marketed as a marquee nonconference neutral-site game.
What’s the recent series history?
Texas Tech leads the all-time series 41–40. The last four meetings were decided by a combined 14 points.
| Feature | Arkansas | Texas Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Game date & time | Dec. 13, 2025 — 11 a.m. CT (American Airlines Center, Dallas) | |
| All-time series | Texas Tech leads 41–40 | |
| Recent season (2024–25) | 22–14 overall, 8–10 SEC | Returning veterans including JT Toppin and Christian Anderson |
| Neutral-site Dallas record | 24–14 overall in Dallas; 2–3 at American Airlines Center | Holds 3–1 advantage in Dallas meetings |
| Notable recruits/returns | Darius Acuff, Meleek Thomas (both top-11 in ESPN 100) | JT Toppin, Christian Anderson (key returning players) |
| Ticket on-sale | Sept. 19, 2025 — 10 a.m. CT via Ticketmaster | |
| Television | ESPN network (specific channel to be announced) | |
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