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Report: Big 12 & Big East to begin annual challenge series

Related Topics: Report, Big 12 Conference, Fancred

Do you like the Gavitt Games, but wish that the Big East would face a better conference instead?

Well, you’re in luck! According to FanCred’s Jon Rothstein, the Big 12 and Big East are starting a challenge next year.

The Big East and Big 12 are planning an annual "challenge" between the two leagues, per multiple sources. Event is likely to begin during the 19-20 season and could be finalized by next month.

— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) July 24, 2018

This is a pretty natural fit for a few reasons. Both leagues have ten teams, Most teams are a two or two and a half hour plane ride, at most.