A blockbuster Big Ten wrestling showdown takes place as No. 1 Penn State visits No. 4 Nebraska on Friday night at the Bob Devaney Sports Center in Lincoln.
Match Details
The 2025 Penn State at Nebraska College Wrestling will take place at Bob Devaney Sports Center in Lincoln, Nebraska at 9:00 pm ET/6:00 pm PT on Friday, Jan. 17.
| Date | Friday, January 17, 2025 |
| Time | 9:00 pm ET/6:00 pm PT |
| Venue & Location | Bob Devaney Sports Center, Lincoln, NE |
| TV Channel | Big Ten Network |
| Stream | Fubo (Try for free!) |
Key Matchups
The dual features multiple ranked-vs-ranked battles, with Nebraska favored in four weight classes. The most anticipated bouts include:
Top Matches:
- 125: No. 4 Caleb Smith (NEB) vs. No. 8 Braeden Davis (PSU)
- 141: No. 4 Brock Hardy (NEB) vs. No. 3 Beau Bartlett (PSU)
- 149: No. 5 Ridge Lovett (NEB) vs. No. 2 Shayne Van Ness (PSU)
- 197: No. 9 Silas Allred (NEB) vs. No. 23 Josh Barr (PSU)
Team Leaders
Penn State:
- Carter Starocci - Four-time NCAA Champion (184)
- Mitchell Mesenbrink - Bonus point machine (165)
- Greg Kerkvliet - Returning NCAA Champion (285)
Nebraska:
- Caleb Smith - Top-5 ranked at 125
- Antrell Taylor - Rising star at 165
- Brock Hardy - Former NCAA All-American at 141
How to watch Penn State at Nebraska College Wrestling on TV and stream live online
The match will air live on Big Ten Network, with Shane Sparks and Jim Gibbons calling the action. This marks one of the most significant conference duals of the season, as both teams are expected to contend for the NCAA team title in March.
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