
Indiana Hoosiers Defeated Ohio State Buckeyes in Last Championship Clash
The Indiana Hoosiers triumphed over the Ohio State Buckeyes 13-10 in the 2025 Big Ten Championship Game held on December 6 in Indianapolis. This victory marked Indiana's first win against Ohio State since 1988 and their first Big Ten title since 1967, culminating in a perfect 16-0 season as national champions.
The upcoming rematch is set for Saturday in Bloomington, where No. 5 Indiana (6-0) will face No. 4 Ohio State (5-1) at noon E.T. The Hoosiers enter the game with a 22-game winning streak.
During the previous championship game, Indiana's quarterback Fernando Mendoza faced an early injury but returned to lead his team. Key moments included a series of turnovers and a crucial fourth-down stop by Indiana's defense. Mendoza, who was named MVP, finished the game with 222 passing yards and a touchdown. Following the championship, he went on to win the Heisman Trophy, while Ohio State's season concluded with a quarterfinal loss to Miami.