KU-Mizzou Border Showdown Rivalry Returns to Lawrence for First Time Since 2005
The KU-Mizzou Border Showdown rivalry series is being played in Lawrence for the first time since 2005.
Kansas City, MO, September 11, 2026 —
The highly anticipated KU-Mizzou Border Showdown rivalry series is set to return to Lawrence, Kansas, marking the first time in nearly two decades that the historic matchup has been hosted on the University of Kansas campus. The series is being played in Lawrence for the first time since 2005.
The Border Showdown is one of the oldest and most intense rivalries in college athletics, pitting the University of Kansas against the University of Missouri. The tradition dates back over a century, with the competition often extending beyond athletic events to include academic and cultural bragging rights.
Historically, the rivalry has seen games played at various neutral sites and alternating campuses. The decision to bring the series back to Lawrence represents a significant moment for both universities’ athletic programs and their dedicated fan bases. The last time Lawrence hosted the rivalry was in 2005. Specific details regarding the exact date or format of the games in Lawrence were not provided in the summary.
The return of the Border Showdown to Lawrence is expected to generate considerable excitement, drawing large crowds and reigniting the deep-seated passion associated with this storied intercollegiate contest.
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