How to stream March Madness 2025 on the go: A complete guide

With so many games spread across different networks, knowing how to stream them — and having a reliable wireless connection — is essential.

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March Madness 2025 is here, and the excitement is palpable. Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan or just joining a bracket pool for fun, the NCAA tournament promises buzzer-beaters, upsets and unforgettable moments. The thrill of filling out your bracket, debating Cinderella stories and tracking your picks is what makes this tournament so addictive.

With so many games spread across different networks, knowing how to stream them — and having a reliable wireless connection — is essential.

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Here’s your complete guide to watching March Madness 2025 from start to finish.

For cord-cutters, several streaming services provide access to the networks broadcasting March Madness games.

March Madness 2025 will be broadcast on the following networks:

  • CBS – Broadcasts key games, including the Final Four and National Championship.

  • TBS – Covers early-round games, Sweet 16 and Elite Eight matchups.

  • TNT – Broadcasts select early-round and Sweet 16 games.

  • truTV – Airs First Four and early-round games.

  • ESPN – Airs most of the women’s tournament games, including the Final Four and National Championship.

  • ABC – Broadcasts select early-round and key games.

Below is a list of popular options and their subscription prices (some may offer free trials):

  • YouTube TV: Offers CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV. Subscription costs $83 per month.

  • Hulu + Live TV: Provides CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV, plus access to ESPN and ESPN2 for the women's tournament. Subscription costs $70 per month.

  • Sling TV: Offers TBS, TNT and truTV. The Orange plan costs $40 per month. Note: CBS is not included; an over-the-air antenna is required for CBS games.

  • DirecTV Stream: Includes CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV. Subscription starts at $75 per month.

  • Paramount+: Streams all CBS games. The Essential plan costs $5.99 per month, and the Premium plan (which includes live CBS) costs $11.99 per month.

  • Max: Streams games on TBS, TNT and truTV through the B/R Sports Add-On. The ad-free plan costs $9.99 per month.

  • ESPN+: Covers additional women's tournament games. Subscription costs $9.99 per month.

You can watch March Madness 2025 on NCAA March Madness Live by downloading the app or visiting the website. Here’s how to get started:

Download the app – NCAA March Madness Live is available on iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play).

Visit the website – You can also stream directly on ncaa.com/march-madness-live.

Sign in with TV provider – To access all games, you’ll need to log in using credentials from a participating TV provider (e.g., YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream, etc.).

Watch free preview – NCAA March Madness Live usually offers a free preview period, allowing you to stream games for a limited time without signing in.

Access highlights and replays – Even if you miss a game, you can catch up with highlights and replays through the app.

NCAA March Madness Live gives you the flexibility to stream games live, follow real-time stats, and even set up personalized alerts for your favorite teams.

Men's Tournament (broadcast schedule)

  • First Four: March 18–19, 2025

  • First Round: March 20–21, 2025

  • Second Round: March 22–23, 2025

  • Sweet 16: March 27–28, 2025

  • Elite Eight: March 29–30, 2025

  • Final Four: April 5, 2025 (at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas)

  • Championship: April 7, 2025

Women's Tournament (broadcast schedule)

  • First Four: March 19–20, 2025

  • First Round: March 21–22, 2025

  • Second Round: March 23–24, 2025

  • Sweet 16: March 28–29, 2025

  • Elite Eight: March 30–31, 2025

  • Final Four: April 4, 2025 (at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Fla.)

  • Championship: April 6, 2025

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