Two historic rivals look to start the latest college basketball season with a bang when Kentucky faces off against Louisville.
The rivalry dates back to 1913. Kentucky leads the all-time series against Louisville, 40–17 and has won the last three matchups.
Making it to the Sweet 16 last year, Mark Pope looks to continue Kentucky’s momentum against Louisville. Collin Chandler, Otega Oweh, and Malachi Moreno have impressed early on.
Pat Kelsey also looks to succeed as Cardinals head coach. Louisville has relied on Khani Rooths, J'Vonne Hadley, and Mikel Brown Jr. Early on.
AllSportsPeople has all the details on how to watch Louisville vs. Kentucky.
What channel is Louisville vs. Kentucky on?
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Louisville vs. Kentucky start time
- Date: Tuesday, Nov. 11
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
Louisville vs. Kentucky is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
The game will be played at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky. The arena can hold up to 22,090 people.
Louisville vs. Kentucky radio station
- Radio channel: SiriusXM
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Louisville basketball schedule 2025
Here's a look at Louisville's upcoming schedule:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 11 | vs. Kentucky | 8 p.m. |
| Nov. 15 | vs. Ohio | Noon |
| Nov. 21 | at Cincinnati | 6:30 p.m. |
| Nov. 24 | vs. Eastern Michigan | 7 p.m. |
| Nov. 26 | vs. NJIT | 9 p.m. |
Kentucky basketball schedule 2025
Here's a look at Kentucky's upcoming schedule:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 11 | at Louisville | 8 p.m. |
| Nov. 14 | vs. Eastern Illinois | 7 p.m. |
| Nov. 18 | vs. Michigan State^ | 6:30 p.m. |
| Nov. 21 | vs. Loyola Maryland | 7 p.m. |
| Nov. 26 | vs. Tennessee Tech | 7 p.m. |
^ at Madison Square Garden, New York