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ESPN Sets Inaugural Xbox Bowl for Dec. 18 in Frisco

Xbox takes title sponsorship with in-venue activations planned.

Overview

  • Arkansas State (6–6) will face Missouri State (7–5) in the matchup, marking Missouri State’s first-ever bowl appearance.
  • Kickoff is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, Dec. 18, with the game televised by ESPN.
  • The game will be played at Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas.
  • The event replaces the Bahamas Bowl and is part of ESPN’s 17-game bowl slate.
  • Organizers highlighted Xbox-branded experiences for fans, and early reports noted the referenced ticket site, XboxBowl.com, was not yet active.