On a stunning Saturday in college basketball, the day brought unexpected results as both No. 2 Iowa State and No. 6 Tennessee suffered surprising losses. These upsets shook up the rankings and left fans on the edge of their seats. Iowa State fell short against their opponent, unable to match their intensity in a closely contested matchup. Similarly, Tennessee struggled to find their rhythm, losing in a game that was tightly contested through the final minutes. With the March Madness tournament upcoming, these results may impact their strategies moving forward.
Basketball enthusiasts are already looking ahead to the 2025 NCAA March Madness, with Selection Sunday scheduled for March 16. A total of 68 teams will be competing in this year’s tournament, with hopes high for a chance to reach the ultimate prize: the national championship title. The first round of the tournament will commence with the First Four games taking place in Dayton, Ohio on March 19 and March 20.
After the First Four, the tournament schedule will proceed to the Round of 64 on March 21 and March 22, leading into the Round of 32 on March 23 and March 24. The excitement will heat up with the Sweet 16 games scheduled for March 28 and March 29, the Elite Eight taking place on March 30 and March 31, and ultimately culminating in the Final Four on April 6. The grand finale, the national championship game, will be held on April 8.
As teams get ready and strategize for the upcoming tournament, today’s losses for Iowa State and Tennessee remind everyone that anything can happen in college basketball. Fans will be eagerly watching as the teams gear up for a thrilling tournament filled with surprise and excitement.
