The 2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament has reached the Elite Eight stage, featuring a mix of top seeds and formidable challengers. The matchups are as follows:​

• South Region: #1 Auburn Tigers vs. #2 Michigan State Spartans​
• West Region: #1 Florida Gators vs. #3 Texas Tech Red Raiders​
• East Region: #1 Duke Blue Devils vs. #2 Alabama Crimson Tide​
• Midwest Region: #1 Houston Cougars vs. #2 Tennessee Volunteers​

This after the respective teams defeated their opponents in the Sweet Sixteen. Duke superstar freshman Cooper Flagg took the center of the spotlight with an outstanding performance of 30 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists, and 3 blocks against Arizona.

Notably, all four No. 1 seeds—Auburn, Florida, Duke, and Houston—have advanced to the Elite Eight, underscoring their dominance throughout the tournament.

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) boasts a strong presence, with four teams—Auburn, Florida, Alabama, and Tennessee—competing in this stage. ​\\

These matchups promise high-caliber basketball as teams vie for a coveted spot in the Final Four, as fans anticipate the intense competition and memorable moments as the tournament progresses.​