Buchanan's Pin Keys Iowa Victory

Saturday, February 8th, 2025 -- 12:05 PM

The third-ranked Iowa wrestling team used a pin by Stephen Buchanan of Loyal at 197 pounds...(video here..Buchanan pin)  and a major decision by Ben Kueter at heavyweight to rally for an 19-16 victory against No. 7-ranked Nebraska.  Buchanan talks about match...Stephen Buchanan.....

The Hawkeyes improved to 11-1 overall and 5-1 in the Big Ten.  Iowa won its 16th straight against Nebraska. 

IOWA 19, NEBRASKA 16

125 –No. 8 Caleb Smith (N) won by decision over No. 26 Joey Cruz, 2-1.

133 −No. 3 Drake Ayala (I) won by decision over No. 15 Jacob Van Dee, 4-2.

141 −No. 6 Brock Hardy (N) won by major decision over Cullan Schriever, 14-3.

149 −No. 4 Kyle Parco (I) won by decision over No. 2 Ridge Lovett, 3-2.

157 −No. 4 Antrell Taylor (N) won by decision over Miguel Estrada, 4-2.

165 −No. 2 Michael Caliendo (I) won by decision over No. 8 Christopher Minto, 5-1.

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