Iowa State Cyclones Advance to 2026 NCAA Tournament Sweet 16

Fans can purchase tickets through StubHub starting at $222

Mar. 22, 2026 at 9:06pm

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The Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball team has advanced to the Sweet 16 of the 2026 NCAA Tournament after defeating Kentucky 82-63. The No. 2-seed Cyclones will face either the No. 3-seed Virginia Cavaliers or the No. 6-seed Tennessee Volunteers in the Sweet 16 game on Friday, March 27. Fans can purchase tickets to the game through StubHub, with prices starting at $222.

Why it matters

The Cyclones' deep tournament run is a major accomplishment for the program and will generate excitement and interest among the team's passionate fanbase in Iowa. Securing tickets to the Sweet 16 game will be in high demand, as fans look to support the Cyclones in their quest for a national championship.

The details

Iowa State earned its spot in the Sweet 16 by defeating Kentucky 82-63 in the previous round. The Cyclones, a No. 2 seed, will now face either the No. 3 seed Virginia Cavaliers or the No. 6 seed Tennessee Volunteers in the Sweet 16 game on Friday, March 27. Tickets for the game are available through the secondary market on StubHub, with prices starting at $222.

  • The Iowa State Cyclones defeated Kentucky 82-63 in the previous round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
  • The Cyclones will play in the Sweet 16 game on Friday, March 27, 2026.

The players

Iowa State Cyclones

The men's basketball team from Iowa State University, a No. 2 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

Virginia Cavaliers

The men's basketball team from the University of Virginia, a No. 3 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

Tennessee Volunteers

The men's basketball team from the University of Tennessee, a No. 6 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

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What they’re saying

“This is a huge accomplishment for our team and our fans. We're excited to keep this tournament run going and compete for a national championship.”

— T.J. Otzelberger, Head Coach, Iowa State Cyclones

What’s next

The winner of the Virginia-Tennessee matchup will face the Iowa State Cyclones in the Sweet 16 game on Friday, March 27, 2026.

The takeaway

The Iowa State Cyclones' deep run in the 2026 NCAA Tournament has generated significant excitement and demand for tickets among the team's loyal fanbase. Securing a spot in the Sweet 16 is a major accomplishment for the program, and fans will be eager to support the Cyclones as they continue their quest for a national championship.