Almost a year ago to the day, the stage was set for a thrilling clash between No. 2 seed Iowa and No. 1 seed South Carolina in the women’s NCAA Tournament Final Four.
In a memorable showdown, Iowa’s standout Caitlin Clark delivered a remarkable performance, notching 41 points, eight assists, and six rebounds to lead her team to a 77-73 victory over the favored Gamecocks. The defeat dashed South Carolina’s hopes for an undefeated season and a shot at the national championship.
Now, just over a year later, Dawn Staley’s Gamecocks have an opportunity for redemption. Both Iowa and South Carolina emerged victorious in their Final Four matchups on Friday night, setting the stage for a highly anticipated rematch in the national title game.
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Once again, South Carolina enters the contest as the top seed, aiming to maintain their perfect season. Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark continues to dazzle spectators with her exceptional play for Iowa.
Despite Clark’s stellar season, South Carolina is heavily favored in Sunday night’s championship clash. According to the latest betting line from ESPN, the Gamecocks are favored by 6.5 points over the Hawkeyes.
The highly anticipated showdown between Iowa and South Carolina is scheduled to tip off at 3:00 p.m. ET on Sunday afternoon. Fans can catch the action live on ABC and ESPN.
