India, Sept. 13 -- ESPN reporter Laura Rutledge was forced to issue an apology to Steve Sarkisian before the Texas head coach started facing criticism for his "classless" conduct towards her colleague, Holly Rowe, following the victory over Ohio State.

The Longhorns achieved 21 consecutive points in the fourth quarter, leading to a 24-23 triumph against the top-ranked Buckeyes in Austin, with Arch Manning at the helm.

This victory incited exuberant reactions within Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, as Sarkisian was momentarily interrupted from the celebrations by ESPN's on-field reporter, Rowe.

As Rowe attempted to engage the head coach in conversation, he interrupted her by shouting, "Texas fight. That's called Texas fight. Hook...