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Last updated: March 22, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

NCAA Women's Tournament Advances

The field for the women's NCAA tournament has been cut to 32 teams, with rankings shifting dramatically as the competition enters the second round ranking the remaining 32 teams. In a nail-biting South Regional contest, USC survived a review that overturned a Clemson buzzer-beater at the end of regulation, ultimately pushing past the Tigers 71-67 in overtime to secure their spot in the next round. Meanwhile, the Huskers narrowly avoided an upset on Saturday night, outlasting Vanderbilt 74-72 after a desperate half-court heave by Tyler Tanner rattled out as time expired.

The men's bracket saw a major shakeup as Texas completed an improbable run, advancing to the Sweet 16 after upsetting the No. 3 seed Gonzaga Bulldogs 74-68. This achievement marks the first time in five years that a team has progressed from the NCAA tournament's First Four directly to the regional semifinals caps improbable Sweet 16 run. Despite the upset victory, Texas coach Sean Miller quickly tempered expectations, stating firmly that his squad should not be labeled a Cinderella team despite their momentum Texas not Cinderella despite Sweet 16 run.

Global Combat Sports Update

In the Octagon at UFC London, the featherweight division saw a significant shift as Movsar Evloev secured a hard-fought majority decision victory that effectively crushed Lerone Murphy’s title hopes. This win puts Evloev in a stronger position within the division rankings following the gritty performance. Separately, Mason Jones marked his return to the same London arena where he suffered his last professional loss nearly four years ago, earning the coveted fight of the night bonus for his efforts earns the fight of the night bonus.