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NCAA March Madness: Less Than 1% Of Brackets Remain Perfect On Second Day Of Tournament


Published on 2025-03-21 16:25:19 - Forbes
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  • The odds of achieving a perfect bracket for the college basketball tournament are about 1 in 9.22 quintillion.

The article from MSN discusses the rapid decline of perfect brackets during the NCAA March Madness tournament. By the second day of the tournament, less than 1% of brackets remained perfect, highlighting the unpredictability of college basketball. The article notes that upsets, such as No. 13 Furman defeating No. 4 Virginia, significantly contributed to the demise of many brackets. It also mentions that while some brackets might still be perfect due to luck or educated guesses, the chances of maintaining a perfect bracket diminish with each game, especially with the potential for more upsets. The piece reflects on the excitement and chaos that March Madness brings, where even the most carefully crafted brackets can be undone by the tournament's inherent unpredictability.

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