However, KSR’s Matt Jones reported there was some last-minute shuffling that led to Kentucky ending up in the Belk Bowl. Apparently, Tennessee argued it deserved the Gator Bowl more and ultimately won out.
I am told Tennessee ended up winning the argument
Kentucky and Virginia Tech in the Belk on New Years Eve— Matt Jones (@KySportsRadio) December 8, 2019Now, it’s official. Kentucky will be facing the Virginia Tech Hokies in the 2019 Belk Bowl, which will take place in Charlotte (NC) on December 31st at noon. It will be televised nationally on ESPN.