In an official statement, Kevin Willard commented, “This is a fantastic chance for two top-tier programs to establish a renewed series with a home-and-home format.” With the addition of Kansas to its non-conference schedule, Villanova now has neutral-site matchups against Notre Dame (in Rome) and Wisconsin (at Xfinity Mobile Arena), a home game versus Michigan, and road contests at Pittsburgh and Kansas.
During the final years of Jay Wright’s tenure, the Wildcats developed a growing rivalry with the Jayhawks. Under Wright, Villanova went 3–2 in regular-season meetings and split four NCAA Tournament matchups. The all-time series stands tied at 5–5.
Kansas has recently landed a commitment from Tyran Stokes, the No. 1 prospect in the 2026 class, meaning the Jayhawks are once again expected to be in the championship conversation under Bill Self, as usual.
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