In an electrifying face-off for the annual Cy-Hawk dual, the University of Iowa wrestlers proved their prowess against Iowa State in Ames. The packed arena inside Hilton Coliseum witnessed intense matches as both teams battled for supremacy on the wrestling mat.

The action kicked off in the 125-pound weight class, where the 21st-ranked Drake Ayala from Iowa faced off against the 10th-ranked Kysen Terukina from Iowa State. The first period ended with no score, as both wrestlers showcased their defensive skills. In the second period, Terukina took a 1-0 lead with an escape from the down position, but Ayala quickly countered with a three-point takedown, seizing a 3-1 advantage.

Terukina managed an escape in the closing seconds of the second period, narrowing Ayala's lead to 3-2. However, Ayala dominated in the final period, escaping from the down position and securing a late three-point takedown, ultimately winning the match 7-2. With this victory, Ayala's triumph gave Iowa a 3-0 lead in the overall score.

In the 133-pound weight class, Evan Frost from Iowa State faced off against Brody Teske from Iowa. The first period concluded without any points scored, despite Teske's strong attempt at a takedown. During the second period, Frost escaped from the down position, taking a 1-0 lead. Teske showed great determination but couldn't convert his opportunities into points.

In the final period, Teske's escape tied the score at 1-1, but Frost swiftly scored a three-point takedown, much to the delight of the roaring crowd. Frost's relentless pursuit of near fall points secured him an impressive victory with a final score of 8-1. With this win, Iowa State leveled the score at 3-3.

The 141-pound weight class witnessed an intense clash between the top-ranked Real Woods from Iowa and the 30th-ranked Anthony Echemendia from Iowa State. The first period ended without any points, as both wrestlers neutralized each other's attacks. In the second period, Woods escaped from the down position, taking a 1-0 lead. Echemendia showcased his resilience, preventing Woods from scoring any additional points as the period concluded with Echemendia leading 1-0.

In the third period, Echemendia chose to start from a neutral position but was called for stalling, tying the score at 1-1. In the sudden victory period, Woods executed a brilliant takedown from a single leg position, securing three points and ultimately winning the match with a thrilling score of 4-1. This win propelled Iowa to a 6-3 lead in the overall score.

The 149-pound weight class featured a tough battle between Casey Swiderski from Iowa State and Victor Voinovich from Iowa. Swiderski dominated the first period with two three-point takedowns, establishing a 6-2 lead. Voinovich managed an escape, reducing the deficit to 6-3, but Swiderski's aggressive approach and strategic defense held Voinovich at bay.

In the final period, Swiderski chose to start from a neutral position, neither wrestler managed to score any points. Swiderski's overall performance secured him a hard-fought victory with a final score of 6-3. With this win, the overall score was tied once again at 6-6.

The dual concluded with the 157-pound weight class, where Iowa's Bretli Reyna faced off against Iowa State's Marcus Coleman. However, the details of this match are yet to be disclosed as the officials are currently reviewing the action on the monitor.

The atmosphere in Hilton Coliseum was electric as both teams displayed impressive skills and determination. With the intensity and skill showcased in the earlier matches, wrestling fans eagerly await the official result of the final match to determine the winner of this highly anticipated Cy-Hawk dual.

As the official announcements remain pending, one thing is certain: both Iowa and Iowa State wrestlers demonstrated their commitment to their sport and their fierce desire to bring glory to their respective universities.