What to know about the 2021 Birmingham Bowl: ticket, kickoff time, venue and TV info

Mikey DiLullo, The Tuscaloosa News
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After a one-year absence, the Ticketsmarter Birmingham Bowl makes its return in 2021. The game last year was canceled due to the pandemic and returns Dec. 28. Kickoff is at 11 a.m. and it will be televised by ESPN.

Here's what to know about the Birmingham Bowl:

Who's playing in the Birmingham Bowl?

Houston (11-2) and Auburn (6-6) will play in the bowl game. Auburn comes in with wins over Ole Miss, LSU and Arkansas, while Houston comes is following an appearance in the AAC championship game, where it lost to Cincinnati.

Auburn quarterback TJ Finley (1) throws a pass against Alabama during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Auburn quarterback TJ Finley (1) throws a pass against Alabama during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Where is the Birmingham Bowl?

The game will be held in Protective Stadium in Birmingham.

How can I buy tickets?

You can buy tickets from the bowl's website here. Tickets start at $30 each.

What else should I know?

If you're used to going to Legion Field for the Birmingham Bowl, the game has moved. This year is the first year the game will be in Protective Stadium. Information on game day parking and a stadium map can be found here.

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