Ohio State’s most recent March Madness loss was to Michigan , 71-67, in the 2026 Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals on March 13, 2026.

Quick context

  • That loss came during conference tournament play, right before Selection Sunday.
  • The Buckeyes were still viewed as a tournament team afterward, and they ultimately earned an 8 seed.

Earlier March Madness note

  • If you meant an older NCAA Tournament game, Ohio State also lost to Villanova in the 2022 tournament.

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Ohio State’s latest March Madness-related loss was to Michigan in March 2026, with the Buckeyes falling 71-67 in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals.