Indiana vs. Notre Dame: Names for the Game

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The Indiana Hoosiers will face the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the first round of the College Football Playoff on Friday, Dec. 20, at 8 p.m. ET in South Bend. This highly anticipated matchup marks a significant moment for both teams as they vie for a spot in the national championship.

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Indiana vs. Notre Dame: Ticket Prices Soar

If you’re planning to attend the game at Notre Dame Stadium, be prepared to pay a premium. Tickets on StubHub start at $951 before fees, while VividSeats offers seats starting at $860. The high demand reflects the excitement surrounding this rivalry, making it one of the most sought-after playoff tickets this season.

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A Season to Remember

Indiana Hoosiers: Indiana enters the playoffs with an impressive 11-1 record, their only loss coming at the hands of Ohio State. Their season highlights include wins over Michigan (20-15), Nebraska (56-7), and Purdue (66-0).

Notre Dame Fighting Irish: The Fighting Irish boast a 10-1 record, with their sole defeat being a narrow loss to Northern Illinois (16-14). Key victories include a blowout against USC (49-35) and a commanding win over Florida State (52-3).

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Names for the Game:

1. “The Tenderloin Tussle”
2. “The Gridiron Grain-Off”
3. “Battle for the Bend: North vs. South”
4. “The Hoosier-Domer Duel”
5. “Catholics versus Cigarettes”

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With both teams riding the wave of successful seasons, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Will the Hoosiers pull off an upset, or will the Irish defend their home turf? All Indiana eyes will be on South Bend. The winner plays Georgia in the next round at the Sugar Bowl in New Orleans.