March Madness, the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament, is broadcast across several networks in the United States:
- CBS: Airing select games, including the Final Four and Championship game.
- TBS, TNT, and truTV: Broadcasting various tournament games.
Streaming Options:
To watch these games online, you can subscribe to streaming services that carry these networks:
- Max: Streams games aired on TBS, TNT, and truTV.
- Paramount+: Provides streaming for CBS games.
- Hulu + Live TV: Includes CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV in its channel lineup.
- Sling TV: Offers packages that include TBS, TNT, and truTV; CBS may require an antenna or additional subscription.
- DIRECTV Stream: Provides access to all necessary channels for March Madness coverage.
International Viewing:
Please note that live video of March Madness games is generally available only in the U.S., its territories, and Bermuda. Accessing these streams from outside these regions may be restricted.
Schedule:
The tournament began with the First Four on March 18-19, 2025, followed by the First Round on March 20-21. Subsequent rounds, including the Sweet 16, Elite Eight, Final Four, and Championship game, are scheduled in the following weeks. For the complete schedule, refer to the official NCAA March Madness website.
Local Viewing:
If you have access to a VPN service that allows you to connect to a U.S. server, you might be able to stream the games through the aforementioned platforms. However, be aware of potential geo-restrictions and the legality of using VPNs for this purpose.
For the most current information on game schedules and broadcast details, refer to the official NCAA March Madness website.