South Carolina beats UConn 62-48 for spot in title game, snapping defending champ Huskies’ winning streak at 54

South Carolina's dominant defensive performance delivered a stunning upset in the NCAA women's basketball tournament, dismantling the previously undefeated UConn Huskies 62-48. The victory not only secured the Gamecocks' berth in the championship game but also halted Connecticut's impressive 54-game winning streak. South Carolina's suffocating defense limited UConn's offensive options, showcasing how elite perimeter pressure and disciplined team basketball can neutralize even the most dominant opponents in college basketball.