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No. 11 Iowa vs. No. 10 Iowa State: Epic Showdown Tonight!
11 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Iowa's Hawkeyes ranked 11th, Iowa State Cyclones 10th.
- Star players Ava Heiden and Audi Crooks face off.
- The heated rivalry game is set for December 10, 2025.
Tonight marks a pivotal in-state clash as the No. 11 Iowa Hawkeyes face the No. 10 Iowa State Cyclones in Ames. This highly anticipated game is more than just a rivalry; it's a battle between top-ranked teams with star players Ava Heiden of Iowa and Audi Crooks of Iowa State leading the charge. The matchup is set for December 10, 2025, at the electric Hilton Coliseum.
The game's focal point is the duel between Iowa's sophomore center Ava Heiden, averaging 16.1 points and 9.2 rebounds, and Iowa State's junior star Audi Crooks, who is averaging an impressive 27.6 points. Crooks has been in exceptional form, recently scoring 47 points in a victory. For Iowa, managing Crooks and containing other key Cyclone players will be critical for success.
Despite the challenging atmosphere in Ames and an injury to Emely Rodriguez, Iowa believes its athletic depth gives them an edge. The Hawkeyes are focused on bringing home a win, though the game is expected to be a thrilling spectacle regardless of the outcome, airing on ESPN.
