The upstart Fighting Illini of Illinois tried to do what no one else could. They strutted into Carver-Hawkeye Arena with their 4-0 record, looking for their first win against Iowa since Steve Martin’s classic “The Pink Panther” reigned king supreme at the box office in 2006. Alas, they left just like everyone else, kicking snow with their tail’s tucked firmly between their legs. Perhaps they’ll brave the elements better than they did inside, on the mat.
IOWA 36, ILLINOIS 6
125: #1 Spencer Lee pins Justin Cardani, 2:30. Iowa 6-0
133: #2 Austin DeSanto major dec.