Oregon vs Oklahoma State delayed by lightning in Stillwater as weather threatens kickoff, with fans awaiting news on when game resumes.

Updated on: Sep 12, 2026, 21:59:54 IST

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The Oregon Ducks vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys game has been delayed after lightning and severe thunderstorms moved into the Stillwater area. The matchup was scheduled for 11 a.m. CT on Saturday, September 12, at Boone Pickens Stadium, but players were taken off the field during warmups as the weather worsened.

Oklahoma State has suspended kickoff until further notice, leaving fans waiting for a new start time. The team’s radio broadcast said kickoff was not expected before noon CT, but officials have not confirmed that as the new time. Here is the latest on the delay, Stillwater weather and when the game could resume.

Why is Oregon vs Oklahoma State delayed and when will the game resume?

The delay started during pregame warmups after lightning was reported around Boone Pickens Stadium. Rain also began falling as a storm system moved through the area, forcing players off the field for safety.

• Original kickoff: 11 a.m. CT (9 p.m. IST).
• Current status: Kickoff remains suspended because of lightning and thunderstorms.
• Possible restart: Oklahoma State radio said kickoff was not expected before noon CT, but there is no official new time yet.
• Weather concern: Stillwater could see more thunderstorms, while the heat index may reach 106°F later in the day.

The game can resume only after the lightning threat clears and officials determine that it is safe for players to return. Oklahoma State's lightning policy requires a safety period before field activity can restart, and another lightning strike can reset that countdown.

The teams will also need to complete their warmups after returning to the field. So, even if the weather improves, the game will not necessarily start immediately.

The weather remains a major concern in Stillwater. Saturday is expected to become very hot, with the temperature reaching the mid-90s. The heat index could climb as high as 106°F, meaning it could feel much hotter because of humidity.

For now, there is no officially confirmed new kickoff time. Fans will have to wait for officials to determine when conditions are safe enough for Oregon and Oklahoma State to resume play.

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