Rivalry Renewed: Louisville to Face Kentucky in 2026 ‘Battle of the Bluegrass’

Rivalry renewed: Louisville to face Kentucky in 2026 ‘Battle of the Bluegrass’

Kentucky holds a 40-18 lead in the all-time series, though Louisville won the most recent meeting 96-88.

Cats Will Host Cards on December 12

While coach Mark Pope continues to work on his 2026-27 roster, the Kentucky schedule is coming together. Ben Roberts of the Lexington Herald-Leader reported Wednesday that UK would host Louisville Dec. 12 in Rupp Arena. Roberts reported that no starting time for the game had been set but it would be shown on one of ESPN’s channels. Kentucky will play Indiana in Indianapolis on Nov. 20, face Kansas in Chicago on No. 10 and North Carolina in New Y…

Battle of the Bluegrass Scheduled for December 12

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – University of Louisville men's basketball will travel to Lexington on Saturday, December 12 to play the Kentucky Wildcats in Rupp Arena. Tip time and TV designation for the game have yet to be determined. Louisville head coach Pat Kelsey is entering his third season with the Cardinals. Kelsey boasts a 51-19 record through two seasons in The Ville. UofL enters 2026-27 off a 24-11 year and its first NCAA Tournament victory since …

Battle of the Bluegrass Scheduled for December 12 - University of Louisville Athletic

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – University of Louisville men's basketball will travel to Lexington on Saturday, December 12 to play the Kentucky Wildcats in Rupp Arena.