The 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships offered an extraordinary tournament experience.
In a surprising twist, Wyatt Hendrickson of Oklahoma State achieved a remarkable win over Olympic titleholder Gable Steveson, concluding with a close 5–4 decision in the heavyweight finale that captivated the crowd.
On the collective side, Penn State Wrestling demonstrated its dominance by clinching the team championship title early in the concluding round. Both Mitchell Mesenbrink and Carter Starocci secured championships for the Nittany Lions, with Starocci marking his phenomenal fifth championship victory.
Ridge Lovett from Nebraska emerged victorious in the 149lbs division following an intense match against Caleb Henson from Virginia Tech.
Vincent Robinson of NC State captured the 125lbs title after an exhilarating bout against Troy Spratley, sealing his victory in a crucial tie-breaker after the match ended in a draw during regulation.
In the 133lbs championship match, Illinois’ Lucas Byrd showcased outstanding wrestling tactics. He went up against Drake Ayala from Iowa, coming out on top in an overtime session.
Explore highlights from the final day of the championships, featuring live updates, brackets, results, and more from the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships below.
NCAA Wrestling Champions 2025
- 125lbs: Vincent Robinson (NC State)
- 133lbs: Lucas Byrd (Illinois)
- 141lbs: Jesse Mendez (Ohio State)
- 149lbs: Ridge Lovett (Nebraska)
- 157lbs: Antrell Taylor (Nebraska)
- 165lbs: Mitchell Mesenbrink (Penn State)
- 174lbs: Dean Hamiti (Oklahoma State)
- 184lbs: Carter Starocci (Penn State)
- 197lbs: Stephen Buchanan (Iowa)
- 285lbs: Wyatt Hendrickson (Oklahoma State)
NCAA Wrestling Championships 2025 Brackets Finals
- 125lbs: Vincent Robinson (NC State) d. Troy Spratley (Oklahoma State) – 1 (TB-1 2-1)
- 133lbs: Lucas Byrd (Illinois) d. Drake Ayala (Iowa) – TB-2 (RT) 3-2
- 141lbs: Jesse Mendez (Ohio State) d. Brock Hardy (Nebraska) – 12-9
- 149lbs: Ridge Lovett (Nebraska) d. Caleb Henson (Virginia Tech) – 1-0
- 157lbs: Antrell Taylor (Nebraska) d. Joey Blaze (Purdue) – 4-2
- 165lbs: Mitchell Mesenbrink (Penn State) d. Mike Caliendo (Iowa) – 8-2
- 174lbs: Dean Hamiti (Oklahoma State) d. Keegan O’Toole (Missouri) – SV-1 4-1
- 184lbs: Carter Starocci (Penn State) d. Parker Keckeisen (Northern Iowa) – 4-3
- 197lbs: Stephen Buchanan (Iowa) d. Josh Barr (Penn State) – 5-2
- 285lbs: Wyatt Hendrickson (Oklahoma State) d. Gable Steveson (Minnesota) – 5-4