How to Watch March Madness 2025 on TV

It’s February, but we are counting down the days to March Madness, with Selection Sunday taking place on March 16.  As it always delivers, the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament is set to bring weeks of unpredictable drama, glory and devastation, with buzzer-beaters and Cinderella stories aplenty. 68 teams are vying for the championship, and fans won’t want to miss a second of the action. Here’s everything you need to know about watching March Madness 2025 on TV, streaming options and tips for keeping up with the madness.

March Madness 2025 TV Coverage

March Madness games will be broadcast across multiple networks, ensuring fans have plenty of ways to tune in. The tournament will be aired on:

• CBS
• TBS
• TNT
• truTV

CBS kicks things off with Selection Sunday on March 16 at 6:00 PM ET, where the full tournament field will be revealed. From there, games will be spread across the four networks, with specific TV schedules released after the bracket is finalized.

Streaming Options for March Madness 2025

If you prefer to stream the action on the go, there are several options:

• FuboTV – Offers a free trial and access to all networks broadcasting the tournament.
• SlingTV – Another streaming option that includes TBS, TNT and truTV.
• YouTube TV & Xfinity – Both have apps that allow you to stream live games from your TV package.
• NCAA March Madness Live App – Stream games directly from the official app.

Full March Madness 2025 Schedule

Selection Sunday:

• March 16 – Bracket Reveal (CBS, 6:00 PM ET)

First Four:

• March 18-19 – Dayton, OH (UD Arena)

First and Second Rounds:

• March 20-22 – Lexington, KY (Rupp Arena)
• March 20-22 – Providence, RI (Amica Mutual Pavilion)
• March 20-22 – Wichita, KS (Intrust Bank Arena)
• March 20-22 – Denver, CO (Ball Arena)
• March 21-23 – Seattle, WA (Climate Pledge Arena)
• March 21-23 – Cleveland, OH (Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse)
• March 21-23 – Milwaukee, WI (Fiserv Forum)
• March 21-23 – Raleigh, NC (Lenovo Center)

Regional Rounds:

• East Regional (March 27-29) – Newark, NJ (Prudential Center)
• West Regional (March 27-29) – San Francisco, CA (Chase Center)
• South Regional (March 28-30) – Atlanta, GA (State Farm Arena)
• Midwest Regional (March 28-30) – Indianapolis, IN (Lucas Oil Stadium)

Final Four & Championship Game:

• April 5 & 7 – Alamodome, San Antonio, TX

Tips for Following Every Game

With 16 games each day on March 20-21, it’s tough to watch everything live. Here’s how to stay up to date:

1. Use Multi-Screen Viewing

• If you have access to multiple screens, tune in to several games at once.
• Sports bars often show multiple games at once.

2. Download Apps for Updates

• ESPN Tournament Challenge App – Track your bracket and get live updates.
• TV Provider Apps (YouTube TV, Xfinity, etc.) – Stream games on the go.

3. Don’t Stress About Missing Moments

• Social media is flooded with highlights and updates.
• Watch recap shows or follow NCAA’s official pages for key plays.

Bracket Tips for Success

When filling out your bracket, focus on these strategies:

• Pick a Cinderella team, but not too many. Mid-majors can pull off HUGE upsets, but it’s best to ride with an underdog or two, and as you get deeper into your bracket, choose the teams you believe have the best chances to sustain a run and win it all.
  
• Nail your Final Four. Most bracket pools award big points in later rounds.
  
• Can’t watch enough during the regular season? Use analytics resources like KenPom, Bart Torvik, Haslametrics, EvanMiya, CBB Analytics, and more, for insights. Many of these sites offer free resources, while more in-depth resources can be accessed with a paid subscription. 

Get Ready for the Madness

The 2025 college basketball season has been electric so far, with stars like Cooper Flagg and Johni Broome battling for the Wooden Award in one of the best races we’ve seen in years. The SEC has been historically strong, the Big Ten is still searching for its first champion since 2000, the Big 12 and ACC feel disrespected, the Big East owns the two-time defending champion UConn Huskies, and countless mid-majors are looking to throw a wrench in all our brackets. 

Start watching conference tournaments in late February to identify potential upset teams, and get ready for an unforgettable March Madness experience!