March Madness 2025: Second Round provides thrilling matchups and upsets, leaving zero perfect brackets, as Round 2 continues. The excitement of Saturday’s NCAA Tournament games spilled over to Sunday, with incredible matchups causing brackets to bust and fans on the edge of their seats. No. 10 seed Arkansas upset No. 2 seed St. John’s to advance to the Sweet 16, while No. 8 seed Gonzaga fell short against No. 1 seed Houston.
Coach John Calipari led Arkansas to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2019, showcasing a remarkable turnaround for the Razorbacks. Meanwhile, St. John’s magical season ended in disappointment as they struggled to find their shooting touch against Arkansas. In another standout performance, Auburn’s Tahaad Pettiford stepped up in the absence of injured star Chad Baker-Mazara to secure a win over Creighton.
Dusty May and Michigan continued their turnaround, securing a spot in the Sweet 16 with a win over Texas A&M. Purdue and coach Matt Painter also celebrated their sixth Sweet 16 appearance in the last eight NCAA Tournaments. However, Wisconsin became the first Big Ten team to exit the tournament after a tough loss to BYU.
The day was filled with victories and heartbreaks, showcasing the unpredictable nature of March Madness. As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more thrilling matchups and upsets that define the essence of college basketball.
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