“Before Alabama vs. Auburn Shakes the World, Remember These 10 Insane In-State Battles!”

Before Alabama vs. Auburn Shakes the World, Remember These 10 Insane In-State Battles!  

 

College basketball thrives on rivalries, but few matchups carry the fire, passion, and all-out war mentality of Alabama vs. Auburn. As these two giants prepare for their next epic showdown, let’s rewind and relive some of the craziest, most heated in-state battles in history.  

 

### 1. **Alabama vs. Auburn (1987) – The Bloodbath**  

This was more than a game—it was a fight for survival. Both teams were ranked, the crowd was ruthless, and the physicality had SEC referees in overdrive. Bama took the win, but Auburn fans still cry foul to this day.  

 

### 2. **Louisville vs. Kentucky (2012) – The Final Four Showdown**  

When two powerhouses collide with a national title on the line, chaos is guaranteed. Anthony Davis dominated, Kentucky won it all, and Louisville fans have been trying to forget ever since.  

 

### 3. **Duke vs. North Carolina (2022) – Coach K’s Nightmare Ending**  

Coach K’s farewell tour crashed and burned when UNC knocked Duke out of the Final Four. The Tar Heels celebrated like they won the title, and Duke fans are still in therapy.  

 

### 4. **Michigan vs. Michigan State (2019) – Cassius Winston’s Masterclass**  

With the Big Ten title on the line, Cassius Winston took over, ripping the Wolverines apart. Michigan fans still flinch when they hear his name.  

 

### 5. **Kansas vs. Kansas State (2020) – The Brawl**  

Forget basketball—this turned into a wrestling match. A full-on bench-clearing brawl broke out, sending shockwaves through the sport.  

 

### 6-10. **More Madness**  

From Xavier vs. Cincinnati’s infamous “Crosstown Punch-Out” to Florida vs. Florida State’s brutal battles, in-state rivalries have produced pure mayhem.  

 

And now, Alabama and Auburn are next. Buckle up—it’s about to get ugly.