Alabama toppled top‑seeded UCLA 6‑3 in the Women’s College World Series opener, with Brooke Wells delivering a decisive three‑run homer in the sixth. The Crimson Tide’s rally shifted the series balance, forcing UCLA into an elimination game.

Megan Grant hit her 41st season homer, tying Stacey Nuveman’s school record and pushing UCLA’s NCAA total to 202. Grant’s blast gave the Bruins a 3‑1 lead before Alabama answered, highlighting the shift in momentum.

Alabama’s offense surged: Jena Young went 3‑for‑3, and Alexis Pupillo’s 20th homer added depth. Wells’ 24th career homer marked the first time Alabama had two 20‑plus hitters in a game.

UCLA’s pitching faltered as Taylor Tinsley surrendered six runs, ending a 42‑game win streak when trailing after four innings. The loss drops the Bruins to 47th in the series, with Alabama now poised to face the winner of Nebraska vs. Arkansas.