March Madness 2025: The Sweet Sixteen commences
The 2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament has reached the Sweet Sixteen stage, highlighted by Duke's commanding victory over Baylor and the elimination of reigning champions UConn.
In their second-round matchup, the No. 1 seed Duke Blue Devils showcased their dominance against the No. 9 seed Baylor Bears. The game, played on March 23, 2025, saw Duke's offense and defense operating at peak performance, leading to a decisive win. Fans can view extended highlights of this game on the NCAA's official website.
Conversely, the University of Connecticut Huskies, aiming for a third consecutive national title, faced a narrow defeat against the No. 1 seed Florida Gators. The intense game concluded with a 77-75 victory for Florida, ending UConn's bid for a third consecutive national title.
The tournament now advances to the Sweet Sixteen, with matchups scheduled as follows:
- Purdue Boilermakers vs Houston Cougars
- Michigan Wolverines vs Auburn Tigers
- Kentucky Wildcats vs Tennessee Volunteers
- Ole Miss Rebels vs Michigan State Spartans
- Arkansas Razorbacks vs Texas Tech Red Raiders
- Arizona Wildcats vs Duke Blue Devils
- Maryland Terrapins vs Florida Gators
- BYU Cougars vs Alabama Crimson Tide
As the competition intensifies, fans eagerly anticipate the forthcoming games that will determine the teams advancing to the Elite Eight.