North Carolina stunned Oklahoma 6‑2 in Game 2 of the Men’s College World Series finals, snapping the Sooners’ 9‑4 run streak. Caden Glauber surrendered only one run in five innings, striking out eight and giving the Tar Heels a 29‑0 record when he pitches. The win forced a winner‑take‑all Game 3.

Oklahoma’s offense collapsed after a blistering first inning. Freshman Xander Mercurius struggled after a 3‑2 lead, while Cooper Nicholson’s 16th homer of the season capped a 6‑2 victory. North Carolina’s offense, which has not lost consecutive games since March, leveraged timely hits and defensive plays to stay ahead.

With the series tied, the Tar Heels’ dominance at home and Oklahoma’s sudden offensive slump set the stage for a dramatic Game 3. Carolina’s 29‑0 pitching streak and consistent lineup give them a statistical edge that could seal the national title in the final showdown.

The outcome also highlights Oklahoma’s vulnerability after averaging 9.4 runs per game in the postseason; the Sooners were held to their lowest output since a May 19 loss to LSU. Carolina’s defensive precision, with a double‑play finish in the ninth, sealed the game and tightened the series record.