In a thrilling display of dominance, the Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team secured their spot in the Elite Eight for the third time in five NCAA Tournaments. They clinched their victory with an impressive 89-68 win against the fifth-seeded Colorado team in Albany, N.Y., on Saturday.

The win sets up an enticing rematch against LSU, the team they faced in last year's NCAA championship game. The stage is set for an epic battle on Monday, April 1, as these two formidable teams go head-to-head once again.

During their recent game against Colorado, top-seeded Iowa showed why they lead the nation in scoring offense, boasting an average of 92.0 points per game. Despite some struggles from beyond the arc, Caitlin Clark's exceptional game management propelled the Hawkeyes forward. Clark finished the game with an astonishing stat line of 29 points, 16 assists, and six rebounds, leading her team to victory.

Iowa's offensive prowess proved to be a tough matchup for Colorado, particularly in the realm of 3-pointers, where the Hawkeyes also lead the nation with an average of 11.1 per game. While their long-range shooting impacted floor spacing, Iowa skillfully exploited opportunities to attack the paint, ultimately scoring 46 points inside.

Alongside Clark, Sydney Affolter, Gabbie Marshall, and Hannah Stuelke also shone, scoring in double figures and contributing to Iowa's dominant performance. Despite a valiant effort, Colorado's Aaronette Vonleh led her team with 13 points.

As the much-anticipated rematch approaches, basketball fans around the world eagerly await the clash between the sport's highest-profile players. Clark and LSU's Angel Reese will once again battle it out on the court, showcasing their exceptional skills. With last year's Iowa-LSU game garnering record-breaking television numbers, it is expected that this year's primetime matchup on ESPN could surpass last year's viewership of 9.9 million.

Indeed, the challenge for Iowa is substantial. LSU's hot shooting from beyond the arc proved formidable in last year's elite eight matchup, resulting in a 102-85 victory for the Tigers. Furthermore, LSU's advantage in size and second-best national ranking in rebounding margin will likely pose a challenge for the Hawkeyes, who lead the nation in 3-pointers made per game.

Coach Kim Mulkey, who previously led Baylor to victory against Iowa in the 2019 Elite Eight and also defeated Clark's team in last year's NCAA final, presents an additional obstacle for the Hawkeyes. However, with Clark poised to secure the national player of the year title this year, Iowa is determined to rewrite the narrative and finally overcome Mulkey's formidable coaching prowess.

As the stage is set for this thrilling Elite Eight showdown, both teams bring remarkable offensive firepower, with Iowa leading the nation in scoring at 92.0 points per game and LSU closely behind at 86.1. Clark, who leads the nation in both scoring and assists per game, will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in Iowa's quest for victory.

The stage is set for an electrifying battle, filled with anticipation and high stakes. Can Iowa break the curse and emerge triumphant against LSU and Mulkey? Only time will tell as the nation awaits the outcome of this highly-anticipated rematch in the Elite Eight.