Last time Miami won at Notre Dame: Revisiting 1984 rout in South Bend that helped birth rivalry

Last time Miami claimed victory against Notre Dame, they secured a resounding 31-13 triumph in South Bend back in 1984. This win emerged after a period of dominance by Notre Dame throughout the 1970s, during which Miami had struggled to secure a victory in their head-to-head matchups. The rivalry began turning in Miami's favor in 1981 when the Canes triumphed at home, ending a lengthy losing streak against their rival.

The 1984 game in South Bend proved to be a watershed moment for the rivalry. Rain-soaked conditions and a shoulder injury to Notre Dame's quarterback, Steve Beuerlein, contributed to a one-sided affair. Miami's Alonzo Highsmith was the standout player, with two touchdown catches from Bernie Kosar and two additional touchdowns on the ground.

Notre Dame, meanwhile, displayed little offensive prowess, managing just 46 yards in the second half. The crowd's response was palpable, with loud boos echoing throughout the stadium as Miami's dominance became increasingly apparent.

Despite Miami's success in the aftermath of this 1984 victory, they have since claimed just five more wins over Notre Dame. However, their overall record against the Fighting Irish stands at 9-17-1, with the Canes only winning a third of their 27 matchups. When focusing on the post-1970s era, Miami's performance against Notre Dame improves significantly, as they have won six of the last eight games since the rivalry reignited.