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CHAMPAIGN, IL - December 19, 2025 - The game between the Jackson State Tigers and the Illinois Fighting Illini at State Farm Center in Champaign, IL. Photo By Illinois Fighting Illini

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - Illinois women's basketball will begin the Big Ten Tournament against a familiar foe: Wisconsin. 

The Fighting Illini ended the regular season on a two-game losing streak, most recently to No. 19 Minnesota on Sunday. Illinois's comeback efforts fell short in the second half in the 78-73 loss at the State Farm Center. 

Both teams faced off Feb. 11, with the Illini beating up on the Badgers in Champaign 92-60. 

Where to watch Illinois vs Wisconsin:

When: Wednesday, March 4

Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN

Time: 5 p.m.

Watch: Peacock and NBCSN

Listen: Busey Bank Illini Sports Network, Varsity Network app, Sirius 139 or 195

Stream: FUBO

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