The regular season and conference tournaments have wrapped up, and the stage is set for the Women's NCAA Tournament. The field of 68 teams has been finalized, with some intriguing matchups for the top seeds. UCLA, the No. 1 overall seed, has a challenging path ahead after winning the Big Ten Tournament. However, there was some debate about the seeding, with South Carolina's coach, Dawn Staley, arguing that her team deserved the top spot as well, despite also being a No. 1 seed.

The Trojans of USC might have the most difficult bracket among the No. 1 seeds. Their region includes powerhouses like UConn, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Kansas State, and Iowa. A potential Elite Eight matchup between Paige Bueckers and JuJu Watkins would be a highlight of the tournament.

The tournament kicked off on Wednesday night with two First Four games. Iowa State, led by last year's standout player Audi Crooks, defeated Princeton. The Cyclones will now face No. 6 seed Michigan on Friday. In another upset, No. 16 seed Southern defeated No. 16 UC San Diego for their first tournament win in program history. The Jaguars will now take on UCLA on Friday.

So, who will challenge the top seeds and potentially knock them out? To answer this, several experts have shared their predictions. They foresee a few upsets in the first round and have identified potential Cinderella teams. However, only one team will ultimately be crowned the national champion on April 6 at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.

The experts have weighed in with their brackets, predicting which teams will advance to the Final Four and who will ultimately lift the trophy. These predictions consider the strengths and weaknesses of each team, providing a glimpse into what could happen as the tournament unfolds.

The excitement of March Madness is even better when shared with friends. So, gather your crew, fill out your brackets, and see who can predict the most accurate outcomes. It's a fun way to engage with the tournament and add a bit of friendly competition. The first games are already underway, and the action will only intensify as the tournament progresses. So, get ready for an exciting ride and see which team will emerge victorious.

The 2025 Women's College Basketball Tournament: Who Will Make the Final Four?

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