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.​