Drake Ayala loved the way Harvey Ludington was clutch in Iowa’s 19-17 win over Michigan. Starting at 141, Ayala had to wait his turn, but he got to see, from afar, how a true freshman like Ludington grew before everyone’s eyes Friday night.

Drake Ayala caps wild rally on Senior Night for Iowa over Michigan.

The No. 7 Iowa Hawkeyes narrowly defeat the No. 10 Michigan Wolverines in a 19-7 victory on Senior Recognition Night at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026. The dual commenced at 141 pounds with Iowa’s Kale Petersen contesting Michigan’s No.

Drake Ayala's last match at Carver-Hawkeye Arena was the final bout in No. 7 Iowa's wrestling dual against No. 10 Michigan. With the team win on the line, Ayala posted a technical fall and the Hawkeyes won,

It's senior day in Iowa City as the Iowa Hawkeyes host the Michigan Wolverines in the Pioneer Showdown! In case anyone is having a senior moment and aren't sure what all that means, we've got a preview to remind you!