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Mendoza on Indiana's 'special' win over Illinois

September 20, 2025 11:22 PM

Fernando Mendoza describes his emotions after Indiana's huge win over Illinois, breaking down what motivated the Hoosiers going into the game and how they worked as a collective unit.

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