Iowa State defeats Kansas State in a thrilling game in Dublin

• Rocco Becht had a stellar match, delivering two touchdown passes.
• Iowa State secured a victory in a thrilling game in Dublin.
• This game marked the 100th win for head coach Matt Campbell.

This is reported by Marca, Marca.

Dublin (AP) — The Iowa State Cyclones defeated the Kansas State Wildcats with a score of 24-21 in a thrilling game that took place on September 23, 2025, at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland. This game was part of the Aer Lingus College Football Classic.

Iowa State quarterback, Rocco Becht, was a key figure in the match, delivering two touchdown passes and rushing for another. He finished the game with 183 yards, completing 14 of 28 pass attempts.

The game started with a few hiccups on both sides, including a fumble by Kansas State that allowed Iowa State to capitalize on the opportunity. The victory was sealed in the closing moments when Iowa State decided to risk it on fourth down, and Becht found Carson Hansen for a critical first down, allowing the team to run out the clock.

This victory marked the 100th for head coach Matt Campbell and reaffirmed Iowa State's dominance in the rivalry with Kansas State, which has lasted more than a century.

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