Stillwater, Oklahoma – The Oklahoma State Cowboys will host the Iowa Hawkeyes in a wrestling dual on Sunday, February 22, with a 6:00 pm (ET) start time. The matchup, broadcast live on ESPN, features a historic rivalry with Oklahoma State leading the series 29-28-2.
The Cowboys (1-10, 0-8 Big 12) are coming off a narrow 17-14 loss to UCF, while the Cyclones (7-4, 4-4 Big 12) recently defeated Kansas 38-14. This dual marks the end of the 2025 season for both teams.
At 125 pounds, #6 Dean Peterson of Iowa will face #7 Troy Spratley of Oklahoma State. Their previous match at the National Duals saw Peterson win 5-4 with a last-second takedown, though Spratley had controlled much of the bout. Analysts predict a close contest, with Spratley potentially securing a decision.
The 133-pound match features #9 Drake Ayala of Iowa against #6 Jax Forrest of Oklahoma State. Forrest’s participation could mean the end of his redshirt season. He currently holds a 9-0 record with bonus points in seven matches, and is favored to win by decision.
Sergio Vega (#2) of Oklahoma State is a heavy favorite at 141 pounds against either #12 Nasir Bailey or Kale Petersen of Iowa. Vega is undefeated this season and won their previous encounter at the National Duals in overtime.
Ryder Block (#14) of Iowa and Casey Swiderski (#7) of Oklahoma State will meet at 149 pounds. Block won their previous match 5-3, but Swiderski has been on a six-match winning streak. However, Swiderski’s recent absence due to injury may give Block an advantage.
Landon Robideau (#6) of Oklahoma State is expected to dominate at 157 pounds against Jordan Williams (#16) of Iowa. Robideau, a true freshman, has secured ranked wins throughout the season.
The 165-pound match between #4 Michael Caliendo of Iowa and #2 LaDarion Lockett of Oklahoma State is highly anticipated. Lockett won their previous match at the National Duals 7-3, but the bout was competitive, and a rematch is expected to be close.
Patrick Kennedy (#3) of Iowa and Alex Facundo (#6) of Oklahoma State will clash at 174 pounds. Kennedy has a history of success against Facundo, including wins at the 2019 Who’s Number One event and two overtime victories. Kennedy is favored to win.
The 184-pound match is uncertain due to injuries. Angelo Ferrari of Iowa has been sidelined, with Gabe Arnold filling in. Zack Ryder of Oklahoma State is also injured, potentially leading to Trevor Dopps taking his place. Arnold is favored if he wrestles.
Cody Merrill (#6) of Oklahoma State is the favorite at 197 pounds against either Harvey Ludington or Brody Sampson of Iowa. Merrill has had a strong freshman season with several ranked wins.
The 285-pound match will see #9 Ben Kueter of Iowa face #8 Konner Doucet of Oklahoma State. Doucet is favored, having a 13-2 record and recent wins over several ranked opponents.
Analysts predict Oklahoma State will win the dual 21-9, but several matches are considered toss-ups. A victory for Iowa hinges on winning at least two of those closely contested bouts.
