Since the 2017 season, Iowa and Michigan State have met 4 times, and Michigan State has the better of it at 3–1.
Most recently Michigan State won 4–3 on May 20, 2026.
Right now Iowa is 33–23 and Michigan State is 24–32, with Iowa at 153 days since a win against Michigan State's 152.
| Date | Site | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, May 20 2026 | Neutral site | Michigan State | 4–3 |
| Sat, Mar 21 2026 | Michigan State home | Iowa | 8–3 |
| Sat, Mar 21 2026 | Michigan State home | Michigan State | 15–5 |
| Fri, Mar 20 2026 | Michigan State home | Michigan State | 2–0 |
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