The women's Final Four in the NCAA Tournament is set to kick off on Friday, April 5 in Cleveland, featuring powerhouse teams like No. 1 seeds Iowa and South Carolina, as well as No. 3 seeds Connecticut and North Carolina State. The tournament has been a thrilling ride for fans, with women's basketball creating unforgettable moments and breaking records in both viewership and betting.
Undefeated South Carolina remains the favorite to clinch the national championship, closely followed by Iowa, Connecticut, and NC State. The betting action surrounding these top teams has been intense, with sportsbooks seeing record handles in pregame and live in-play betting.
The Elite Eight matchup between LSU and Iowa was a highly anticipated game, drawing in a record number of bets and viewers. Iowa's standout guard, Caitlin Clark, delivered a stellar performance, scoring 41 points with 12 assists and 7 rebounds, including a record-tying nine 3-pointers. Clark's exceptional talent has solidified her as a key player in women's college basketball.
Clark's journey to the Final Four has been nothing short of remarkable, with her setting records for career scoring and 3-pointers in Division I women's basketball. Her leadership has propelled Iowa to consecutive Final Four appearances, with the team eyeing their first national title.
Other standout players in the Final Four include UCONN's Paige Bueckers, who has been a driving force for the team despite facing multiple injuries. NC State has also been a force to be reckoned with, defeating higher-seeded opponents in each round of the tournament.
However, the team to beat remains undefeated South Carolina, making their fourth consecutive Final Four appearance. Led by senior center Kamilla Cardoso, the Gamecocks have showcased a balanced scoring attack and dominant performances throughout the tournament.
As the excitement builds towards the championship game on Sunday, sports betting enthusiasts are eagerly following the action and placing their wagers on the outcome. With women's college basketball reaching new heights of popularity and competitiveness, the Final Four promises to deliver thrilling matchups and unforgettable moments for fans around the world.
