Most Iowa wrestling fans knew their team was going to lose to Penn State Friday night. But when the No. 2 team in the country loses by 22 points— even if it is to the most dominant force in college sports— fans of that team are going to be mad.

With a 65-match winning streak on the line, the No. 1 ranked Penn State men’s wrestling squad showed out in front of a sold-out Bryce-Jordan Center crowd, defeating the Iowa 30-8 on Friday night. Experts and fans across the wrestling community argued that “The Match of the Year” between the

Iowa and Penn State have split two previous No. 1 vs. No. 2 meetings. Some newer Hawkeyes will get their first taste of the rivalry Friday in State College, Pa.