The Indy Classic is a college basketball showcase doubleheader held annually at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. It replaced the Crossroads Classic. It originally featured the Ball State Cardinals and the Purdue Boilermakers; Ball State was eventually replaced by the Butler Bulldogs.
The showcase is an annual fundraiser for the Indiana Sport's Corp's non-profit mission.
The president of the nonprofit Indiana Sports Corp has confirmed that they are working to schedule teams through the 2027âÂÂ28 season.
In 2022, the doubleheader was founded as a replacement to the Crossroads Classic. An indefinite agreement was reached to host the event each December.
In 2023, the event was a sellout. Peacock had exclusive broadcast rights to games, and viewing was only available through their streaming service. The #1 Arizona Wildcats were upset by the #3 Purdue Boilermakers.
In 2024, the headliner match-up was between #17 Texas A&M and #11 Purdue. #20 Wisconsin and Butler both made their first appearance in the showcase.
In 2025, the headliner match-up was between #21 Auburn and #6 Purdue. Northwestern and Butler was the opener.
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