
Illini Edge Hawkeyes 75-69 in Big Ten Road Clash
Illinois Fighting Illini defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes 75-69 on the road at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in a ranked Big Ten showdown, improving to 13-3 while Iowa falls to 12-4 (Illinois No. 16, Iowa No. 19).
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Illinois Fighting Illini defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes 75-69 on the road at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in a ranked Big Ten showdown, improving to 13-3 while Iowa falls to 12-4 (Illinois No. 16, Iowa No. 19).

Jordan Williams and Gabe Arnold advanced to the finals at the Soldier Salute wrestling tournament, with Williams winning at 157 pounds and Arnold at 174 pounds, while other Hawkeyes competed in various placement matches.

The No. 20 Nebraska women's basketball team narrowly lost to No. 14 Iowa 86-76, despite strong performances from Britt Prince and Jessica Petrie, but fell short in the final minutes due to turnovers and free throw disparities.

The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Vanderbilt 34-27 in the 2025 ReliaQuest Bowl, marking their fourth win in this bowl and a significant victory for coach Kirk Ferentz, with standout performances from quarterback Mark Gronowski and tight end D.J. Vonnahme.

No. 9 Oregon narrowly defeated No. 20 Iowa 18-16 in a gritty road game, with a final-minute field goal sealing the win after a dramatic fourth quarter comeback led by Dante Moore.

After a 41-3 loss to Iowa, the Minnesota Gophers face uncertainty as they seek to improve and reach bowl eligibility, reflecting on a game where they were thoroughly outplayed and outcoached, with key players and strategies falling short.
The Wisconsin Badgers suffered a 37-0 defeat to Iowa, showcasing poor offense, lackluster defense, and ineffective coaching, leading to calls for Coach Fickell's dismissal and marking one of the worst performances in recent history.

Wisconsin Badgers suffered a 37-0 loss to Iowa, with coach Luke Fickell expressing shock and disappointment over the team's poor performance, despite high expectations and preparation, highlighting ongoing issues with consistency and discipline.

Wisconsin's football team suffered a 37-0 home loss to Iowa, marked by undisciplined behavior, poor run defense allowing 210 yards and four touchdowns, and quarterback struggles with three turnovers, highlighting significant issues ahead of upcoming tough games.

Indiana Hoosiers narrowly defeated Iowa Hawkeyes 20-15 with a late touchdown pass from Fernando Mendoza to Elijah Sarratt, despite Iowa's efforts and a missed field goal by Iowa in the final minutes.

Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz became the winningest coach in Big Ten history with his 206th career victory, surpassing Woody Hayes, after Iowa's 47-7 win over UMass. Ferentz, who has been coaching Iowa since 1999, has a distinguished career with numerous bowl appearances and conference successes.
Iowa State, ranked No. 22, prepares for the upcoming rivalry game against Iowa, with recent strong performances and key players like Rocco Becht and Gabe Burkle highlighting their season so far. The game is highly anticipated, with Iowa State aiming to break a losing streak at home against Iowa, and will be broadcast nationally.

Former Auburn quarterback Hank Brown has committed to play for the Iowa Hawkeyes, citing the program's culture and the offensive scheme under coach Kirk Ferentz and offensive coordinator Tim Lester as key factors in his decision. Brown, who has three years of eligibility left, threw for 403 yards and six touchdowns this year. His commitment follows a visit to Iowa, where he was impressed by the team's environment and authenticity.
The No. 3 Iowa State Cyclones secured an 89-80 comeback victory against the Iowa Hawkeyes, overcoming a 13-point deficit in the first half. Curtis Jones led the Cyclones with 23 points, including crucial three-pointers in the second half, while Joshua Jefferson contributed a double-double. Despite Iowa's strong start, shooting 61% in the first half, their performance waned, allowing ISU to take control in the final minutes. The win marks ISU's first victory at Carver-Hawkeye Arena since 2014.

The Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team, ranked No. 17, will face the Tennessee Lady Vols on Saturday at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. This marks their first meeting since 1993. Iowa's leading scorer, Lucy Olsen, is expected to return after missing games due to a knee injury. Both teams are off to strong starts under new coaches, with Tennessee averaging 95 points per game. The game will be broadcast on FOX at 6 p.m. CT.