Kansas Jayhawks Achieve First Victory Over Oklahoma Sooners Since 1997

Lawrence, Kansas United States of America
Kansas Jayhawks won against the Oklahoma Sooners for the first time since 1997
The final score was 57-56 in favor of the Jayhawks
The game was delayed due to lightning
The Sooners were ranked No. 6 nationally at the time of the game
The victory was sealed by a successful two-point conversion in the final minutes of the game

On October 23, 2021, the Kansas Jayhawks football team achieved a significant victory over the Oklahoma Sooners, marking their first win against the Sooners since 1997. The game, which took place at the David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas, ended with a score of 57-56 in favor of the Jayhawks.

The game was marked by a delay due to lightning, which added an additional layer of suspense to the already high-stakes match. Despite the weather conditions, the Jayhawks managed to maintain their lead throughout the game. The victory was sealed by a successful two-point conversion in the final minutes of the game.

The win is considered a major upset, as the Sooners were ranked No. 6 nationally at the time of the game. The victory is seen as a significant achievement for the Jayhawks, who have struggled in recent seasons. The game's result has been widely reported and discussed in sports media, reflecting its impact on the college football landscape.


Confidence

95%

Doubts
  • The exact time of the game is not specified in the sources

Sources

92%

  • Unique Points
    • Kansas had lost 56 straight games against ranked opponents, the longest streak in FBS history.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (70%)
    • Yahoo Sports is owned by Yahoo, which is in turn owned by Verizon Communications. Verizon has significant financial interests in the sports industry, including broadcasting rights and partnerships with various sports leagues and teams.
    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication

    92%

    • Unique Points
      • The Jayhawks (2-6, 1-4 Big 12) ended a 56-game losing streak to ranked opponents.
    • Accuracy
      No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
    • Deception (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Fallacies (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Bias (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (70%)
      • ESPN is owned by The Walt Disney Company, which has significant financial interests in the sports industry, including broadcasting rights and partnerships with various sports leagues and teams.
      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication

      97%

      KU tops OU

      Lawrence KS Times Saturday, 23 October 2021 20:40
      • Unique Points
        • The Jayhawks had not beaten the Sooners since 1997.
      • Accuracy
        No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
      • Deception (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Fallacies (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Bias (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication

      96%

      • Unique Points
        • The game was delayed due to lightning.
      • Accuracy
        No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
      • Deception (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Fallacies (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Bias (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication