Oklahoma State crushes Iowa in wrestling dual

Cowboys win 32-11 in final home match of the season

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The No. 3 ranked Oklahoma State wrestling team defeated the No. 7 Iowa Hawkeyes 32-11 in their final home dual meet of the season on Sunday at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, Oklahoma. The Cowboys put on a dominant performance to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This was an important win for the Oklahoma State wrestling program, which is looking to build momentum heading into the postseason. The Cowboys are one of the top teams in the country and this victory over a highly ranked Iowa squad solidifies their status as a national title contender.

The details

Oklahoma State won 8 of the 10 individual matches, including a redshirt-burning statement win by one of their top wrestlers. The Cowboys controlled the action throughout the dual meet, winning convincingly in front of their home crowd.

  • The dual meet took place on Sunday, February 23, 2026.

The players

Oklahoma State Wrestling Team

The No. 3 ranked wrestling team from Oklahoma State University.

Iowa Hawkeyes

The No. 7 ranked wrestling team from the University of Iowa.

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The takeaway

This dominant win over a top-10 opponent demonstrates the strength and depth of the Oklahoma State wrestling program, solidifying their status as one of the elite teams in the country and a serious contender for the national championship.