Exciting Showdown: 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships Finals Tonight

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — The 2025 NCAA Division I Men’s Wrestling Championships culminate tonight at the Wells Fargo Center, with the finals set to begin at 7 p.m. ET. Competing for national titles, 80 elite athletes have risen through a grueling tournament to earn their shot at glory.

The championship finals feature a diverse lineup across ten weight classes, showcasing some of the nation’s top talent. Competitors include No. 1 Gable Steveson from Minnesota, looking to secure his third NCAA title in the heavyweight category against No. 2 Wyatt Hendrickson of Oklahoma State. This match is particularly compelling as Steveson is undefeated in folkstyle matches since 2019, adding significant pressure on his opponents.

Competitors in the championship finals include:

• 125 pounds: No. 4 Vince Robinson (NC State) vs. No. 7 Troy Spratley (Oklahoma State)
• 133 pounds: No. 1 Lucas Byrd (Illinois) vs. No. 2 Drake Ayala (Iowa)
• 141 pounds: No. 1 Brock Hardy (Nebraska) vs. No. 3 Jesse Mendez (Ohio State)
• 149 pounds: No. 1 Caleb Henson (Virginia Tech) vs. No. 2 Ridge Lovett (Nebraska)
• 157 pounds: No. 3 Antrell Taylor (Nebraska) vs. No. 8 Joey Blaze (Purdue)
• 165 pounds: No. 1 Mitchell Mesenbrink (Penn State) vs. No. 2 Michael Caliendo (Iowa)
• 174 pounds: No. 1 Keegan O’Toole (Missouri) vs. No. 3 Dean Hamiti (Oklahoma State)
• 184 pounds: No. 1 Carter Starocci (Penn State) vs. No. 2 Parker Keckeisen (Northern Iowa)
• 197 pounds: No. 2 Stephen Buchanan (Iowa) vs. No. 4 Josh Barr (Penn State)
• 285 pounds: No. 1 Gable Steveson (Minnesota) vs. No. 2 Wyatt Hendrickson (Oklahoma State)

Throughout the tournament, many athletes have made their mark, including first-time All-Americans like Troy Spratley and Vince Robinson, who have both demonstrated remarkable skill and tenacity to reach the finals.

The tournament format allows for only the top eight wrestlers in each weight class to earn All-American honors, further emphasizing the competitive nature of this championship. The finals promise to be a thrilling showcase of wrestling prowess as fans eagerly await the crowning of the next national champions.

Fans can watch the finals live on ESPN and ESPN+, as college wrestling returns to its biggest stage yet, highlighting the dedication and discipline of these athletes.