Georgia vs. Ole Miss: A Sugar Bowl Rematch Loaded With SEC Firepower
The Sugar Bowl is serving up an all-SEC showdown with plenty of storylines, as No. 3 Georgia (12-1) takes on No.
7 Ole Miss (12-1) on Thursday, Jan. 1, at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m.
CT inside the Caesar’s Superdome in New Orleans. And make no mistake-this isn’t just another bowl game.
It’s a chance at redemption, revenge, and a whole lot of fireworks between two teams that know each other well.
Georgia’s Road Back to the Sugar Bowl
Georgia enters the Sugar Bowl with a 12-1 record and a second straight SEC title under its belt, thanks to a convincing win over Alabama on December 6. That victory was more than just a trophy lift-it was a statement. After falling to Notre Dame in last season’s Sugar Bowl, the Bulldogs are back in New Orleans with unfinished business.
This team has been battle-tested all year long. From a gritty overtime win over Tennessee to a narrow escape in the rivalry game against Georgia Tech, the Bulldogs have shown they can win in just about every way possible. And when it comes to big stages, they’ve delivered-especially in that SEC Championship rematch with Alabama, flipping the script from their early-season loss.
A Familiar Foe: Ole Miss Wants Payback
Ole Miss has been one of the most exciting teams in the country this season, and their 12-1 record proves it. But one of the few blemishes on their resume?
A 43-35 loss to Georgia in Athens back on October 18. That one stung-and you can bet it’s still fresh in the Rebels’ minds.
In that game, Georgia tight end Lawson Luckie was a matchup nightmare, hauling in three touchdowns and stretching the Ole Miss defense all night. The Rebels kept it close, but Georgia’s offensive firepower and defensive grit proved too much. Now, with both teams evolved and everything on the line, we’ve got a rematch that promises to be even more explosive.
How to Watch and What to Know
Whether you're heading to a local bar in Athens or making the trip to New Orleans, this is a game you won't want to miss. The Sugar Bowl will be broadcast live on ESPN at 8 p.m.
ET/7 p.m. CT.
And for those planning the pilgrimage to the Superdome-whether it’s a quick flight or an eight-hour road trip-tickets are still available. Prices start at $236 on StubHub, $281 on Ticketmaster, and $224 on VividSeats. It’s not cheap, but for a game of this magnitude, it might be worth every penny.
Georgia’s 2025 Season at a Glance
Here’s how the Bulldogs got here:
- Game 1: Georgia 45, Marshall 7
- Game 2: Georgia 28, Austin Peay 6
- Game 3: Georgia 44, Tennessee 41 (OT)
- Game 4: Alabama 24, Georgia 21
- Game 5: Georgia 35, Kentucky 14
- Game 6: Georgia 20, Auburn 10
- Game 7: Georgia 43, Ole Miss 35
- Game 8: Georgia 24, Florida 20
- Game 9: Georgia 41, Mississippi State 21
- Game 10: Georgia 35, Texas 10
- Game 11: Georgia 35, Charlotte 3
- Game 12: Georgia 16, Georgia Tech 9
- Game 13: Georgia 28, Alabama 7
- Game 14: Georgia vs.
Ole Miss - Sugar Bowl (Jan. 1, 8 p.m. ET, ESPN)
From a nail-biter in Knoxville to a dominant revenge win over Alabama, Georgia’s path to the Sugar Bowl has been anything but smooth. But that’s exactly what makes this team dangerous-they’ve been through the fire and come out sharper.
The Bottom Line
Two 12-1 teams. One rematch.
A Sugar Bowl with serious stakes. Georgia’s looking to cap off a championship-caliber season with a statement win, while Ole Miss is out to settle the score and prove they belong among college football’s elite.
Circle the date. Set your reminders. This one’s got all the ingredients for an SEC classic in the heart of New Orleans.