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Ohio State Wrestling Dominates Iowa, Secures $200K Prize

11/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The No. 4 Ohio State wrestling team defeated No. 3 Iowa 27-12 in the finals of the National Duals Invitational in Tulsa, Oklahoma, earning Ohio State $200,000 and Iowa $150,000.
Nic Bouzakis of Ohio State pinned Dean Peterson at 125 pounds.
The Buckeyes built a 21-0 lead by winning the first five matches.
Iowa earned second place after two sudden-victory wins by Michael Caliendo of Iowa and Patrick Kennedy.

History

Historical Context

The 2015 National Duals Invitational highlighted the intense rivalry between Ohio State and Iowa, two dominant collegiate wrestling programs with a competitive history dating back to the early 20th century. Ohio State's victory secured them $200,000, while Iowa earned $150,000, underscoring the financial stakes in college sports and reinforcing Ohio State's prominence in NCAA wrestling.

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Story summary

The No. 4 Ohio State wrestling team defeated No. 3 Iowa 27-12 in the finals of the National Duals Invitational in Tulsa, Oklahoma, earning Ohio State $200,000 and Iowa $150,000.
Nic Bouzakis of Ohio State pinned Dean Peterson at 125 pounds.
The Buckeyes built a 21-0 lead by winning the first five matches.
Iowa earned second place after two sudden-victory wins by Michael Caliendo of Iowa and Patrick Kennedy.

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