Oklahoma State Wrestling Competes at NCAA Championships

Here's how to watch the Cowboys in action at the 2026 NCAA Wrestling Championships in Cleveland.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 10:07am

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The third-ranked Oklahoma State wrestling team will compete in the three-day 2026 NCAA Wrestling Championships beginning Thursday at Rocket Arena in Cleveland. The Cowboys, led by head coach David Taylor, enter the NCAAs with a 15-1 record and a Big 12 championship.

Why it matters

The NCAA Wrestling Championships are one of the most prestigious events in collegiate sports, and Oklahoma State is a perennial powerhouse in the sport. The Cowboys' performance at this year's tournament will be closely watched as they look to build on their success and compete for a national title.

The details

The NCAA wrestling championships will take place from Thursday, March 19 to Saturday, March 21 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland. Oklahoma State and other top teams will be featured on the ESPN family of networks and ESPN+ throughout the three-day event.

  • The NCAA Wrestling Championships start at 11 a.m. CT on Thursday, March 19.
  • Additional coverage of each session will be available on ESPN+.

The players

Oklahoma State Wrestling

The third-ranked Oklahoma State wrestling team enters the 2026 NCAA Championships with a 15-1 record and a Big 12 championship.

David Taylor

The head coach of the Oklahoma State wrestling team, now in his second year leading the Cowboys.

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What’s next

The judges will determine the final team and individual champions at the conclusion of the three-day NCAA Wrestling Championships on Saturday, March 21.

The takeaway

Oklahoma State wrestling is poised for a strong showing at the 2026 NCAA Championships as they look to build on their Big 12 title and compete for a national championship. The Cowboys' performance will be closely watched by fans and media alike.