There's lots that can be discussed about the Iowa vs. Iowa State wrestling rivalry over the course of its history dating to 1912.

From legends like Dan Gable to dramatic entrances and tempers flaring, it's one of the most circled dates of the college wrestling calendar for fans in and out of state. This year's edition will take place in Ames on Nov. 30 (noon, ESPN).

Nobody needs to tell an Iowan about any of that, least of all someone like Drake Ayala. The Fort Dodge native is preparing for his third appearance in the Cy-Hawk dual after dreaming of appearing in it as a kid, looking to move to 3-0 all-time in the rivalry duals.

But even for new faces and out-of-state wrestlers that we'll likely see in the lineup such as Nasir Bailey or Dean Peterson, they know of the importance of a mat

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