2018 Commonwealth Cup Preview: Virginia at Virginia Tech

Looking at the upcoming Virginia-Virginia Tech rivalry game, known to fans as the Commonwealth Cup.

While the Virginia football team cannot win the ACC Coastal as we hoped a few weeks ago, it will still be a nice feather in their cap if they can knock off their main rival (Virginia Tech) on Friday. Both teams haven’t played well recently but UVA will be headed to a bowl game while the once-ranked Hokies will likely watch from home. Below, we’ll give you all the key information you’ll need to enjoy the Commonwealth Cup game.

2018 Commonwealth Cup Preview:

General Info

Who: Virginia Cavaliers (7-4, 4-3 ACC) at Virginia Tech (4-6, 3-4 ACC)
What: Commonwealth Cup
Where: Lane Stadium, Blacksburg, VA
When: Friday, November 23rd, 2018, 3:30 P.M ET
TV: ABC
Radio: Virginia Sports Network or Local Affiliates
Tickets: Still Available
History: Virginia Tech leads the all-time series 57–37–5, including wins in the last 14 meetings.

Betting Odds

Game Line: Virginia (-4.5)
First Half Line: Virginia (-3)
Game Total: 49
First Half Total: 24
Other Bets: Click Here (Bovada)

Overall:

Since 2000, the Wahoos have only picked up one win in the Commonwealth Cup game. Having said that, they’re favored on the road this year — which is rare enough as it is — and in a great spot to come out on top. It would be Bronco Mendenhall’s first win against Virginia Tech and a landmark for his UVA career. It should be noted, however, that Virginia’s most important player, quarterback Bryce Perkins, is not 100 percent after hurting himself last week against Georgia Tech.