Last updated: March 21, 2026, 9:30 PM ET
NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament Action
The second day of the Women's NCAA Tournament delivered several dramatic finishes, including a controversial end to regulation in the USC-Clemson matchup. USC ultimately prevailed 71-67 in overtime after a late buzzer-beater by Clemson was nullified upon official review, allowing the Trojans to advance. Earlier, the Gamecocks dominated Southern in a 103-34 blowout, led by Joyce Edwards' 27 points and eight rebounds, showcasing the No. 1 seed's overwhelming power in the first round. Meanwhile, the first upset of the weekend occurred when No. 10 seed Virginia successfully upended No. 7 Georgia, winning 82-73 in their opening contest, setting an early tone for potential parity in the bracket. These results, alongside UConn's victory, provided key takeaways as teams eyed spots in the Sweet 16.
Men's Basketball Postseason Outlook & Coaching Moves
In the Men's NCAA Tournament, top-seeded Michigan secured their passage to the Sweet 16 by dispatching Saint Louis, propelled by Yaxel Lendeborg's 25-point performance. This result contributed to the larger narrative of Saturday's successes, which also included wins for Duke and Michigan State, as analysts dissected how each winner punched their ticket. The coaching carousel showed movement in college baseball, however, as Paul Mainieri departed South Carolina midway through his second season, failing to replicate the success he achieved during his tenure at LSU. Furthermore, speculation arose regarding UNC's direction after their first-round exit, with sources confirming that UNC officials are discussing Hubert Davis's future following another early tournament departure.
International Combat Sports & Cricket Milestones
At UFC London, the main event saw a hard-fought battle where Movsar Evloev earned a majority decision over Lerone Murphy, effectively stalling the Briton's aspirations for a featherweight title shot. The entire card featured high-stakes bouts, with promoters expecting certain matchups to capture the audience's attention. Shifting focus internationally, Rwandan cricketer Fanny Utagushimaninde achieved a historic feat, becoming the youngest woman to score a T20 international century at just 15 years and 223 days old, describing the accomplishment as feeling "like a dream" after battering the opposition.
Track & Field, Rugby League, and Hockey Honors
The world of athletics witnessed a remarkable comeback as Josh Kerr reclaimed his world indoor 3,000m title in a thrilling race, completing his journey back to the top of the global podium following a recent injury layoff. Across the pond in Super League action, Warrington Wolves demonstrated significant dominance, moving into second place in the standings after Kelepi Tanginoa scored four tries in a decisive victory over Castleford Tigers. In North American collegiate sports, Wisconsin defender Caroline Harvey received significant recognition, voted the winner of the prestigious Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award as the premier player in college women's hockey. Finally, in English Premiership Rugby, Exeter secured a vital 26-14 victory over Sale at Sandy Park, which propelled them into the coveted play-off positions late in the season.
Nautical Legal Dispute
In a development concerning high-performance sailing, Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos group initiated legal proceedings in an effort to retrieve a specific boat utilized by Sir Ben Ainslie's team during the previous America's Cup cycle.