The 2025 NCAA Tournament is set to kick off on Tuesday, March 18, with the highly anticipated First Four games in Dayton, Ohio. This marks the beginning of March Madness, where 68 teams compete for the coveted title of the 2024-25 national champion. Fans can look forward to a thrilling series of games, as 67 matchups will be televised across popular networks including CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV, ensuring that basketball enthusiasts can follow the action no matter where they are or how they choose to watch.
This year, the announcing team for the NCAA Tournament features some of the most recognized voices in sports broadcasting. Ian Eagle returns for his second consecutive year as the lead play-by-play announcer and will also call the Final Four alongside notable analysts Bill Raftery, Grant Hill, and reporter Tracy Wolfson. Additionally, former Purdue star Robbie Hummel continues in the broadcast squad, while former Michigan standout Jalen Rose joins as the newest analyst for the first and second-round games.
Fans can also immerse themselves in the excitement by participating in bracket challenges, with opportunities to win a brand new Nissan Armada and trips to the Final Four. CBS will take the lead in broadcasting 24 games throughout the tournament, including pivotal matchups like the Final Four, Elite 8, and Sweet 16. Meanwhile, TBS will air 18 games, covering the Elite Eight and Sweet 16, truTV will broadcast or simulcast 21 games, and TNT will show 12 games in total.
For those looking to watch every game, the March Madness Live app will provide complete coverage. Additionally, subscribers to Paramount+ will have access to all CBS games, while Max subscribers can catch the action on TBS, TNT, and truTV. From the Selection Show to the iconic playing of One Shining Moment after the champion is crowned, CBS Sports and TNT Sports are ready to bring fans all the excitement of March Madness.
The announcing teams for the 2025 NCAA Tournament are as follows:
Play-by-Play: Ian Eagle | Analysts: Bill Raftery, Grant Hill | Reporter: Tracy Wolfson Play-by-Play: Brian Anderson | Analyst: Jim Jackson | Reporter: Allie LaForce Play-by-Play: Kevin Harlan | Analysts: Dan Bonner, Stan Van Gundy | Reporter: Lauren Shehadi Play-by-Play: Andrew Catalon | Analyst: Steve Lappas | Reporter: Evan Washburn Play-by-Play: Lisa Byington | Analysts: Robbie Hummel, Jalen Rose | Reporter: Andy Katz Play-by-Play: Spero Dedes | Analyst: Jim Spanarkel | Reporter: Jon Rothstein Play-by-Play: Tom McCarthy | Analysts: Deb Antonelli, Steve Smith | Reporter: AJ Ross Play-by-Play: Brad Nessler | Analyst: Brendan Haywood | Reporter: Dana JacobsonRules Analyst: Gene Steratore
Tuesday, March 18 - UD Arena (Dayton)
6:40 p.m. (16) Saint Francis vs. (16) Alabama State - truTV 9:10 p.m. (11) North Carolina vs. (11) San Diego State - truTVWednesday, March 19 - UD Arena (Dayton)
6:40 p.m. (16) Mount St. Mary's vs. (16) American - truTV 9:10 p.m. (11) Xavier vs. (11) Texas - truTVThursday, March 20 - Various Locations
12:15 p.m. (9) Creighton vs. (8) Louisville - CBS 12:40 p.m. (13) High Point vs. (4) Purdue - truTV 1:30 p.m. (14) Montana vs. (3) Wisconsin - TNT 2:00 p.m. (16) SIU Edwardsville vs. (1) Houston - TBS 2:50 p.m. (16) Saint Francis/Alabama State vs. (1) Auburn - CBS 3:15 p.m. (12) McNeese vs. (5) Clemson - truTV 4:05 p.m. (11) VCU vs. (6) BYU - TNT 4:35 p.m. (9) Georgia vs. (8) Gonzaga - TBS 6:50 p.m. (15) Wofford vs. (2) Tennessee - TNT 7:10 p.m. (10) Arkansas vs. (7) Kansas - CBS 7:25 p.m. (13) Yale vs. (4) Texas A&M - TBS 7:35 p.m. (11) Drake vs. (6) Missouri - truTV 9:25 p.m. (10) Utah State vs. (7) UCLA - TNT 9:45 p.m. (15) Omaha vs. (2) St. John's - CBS 10:00 p.m. (12) UC San Diego vs. (5) Michigan - TBS 10:10 p.m. (14) UNCW vs. (3) Texas Tech - truTVFriday, March 21 - Various Locations
12:15 p.m. (9) Baylor vs. (8) Mississippi State - CBS 12:40 p.m. (15) Robert Morris vs. (2) Alabama - truTV 1:30 p.m. (14) Lipscomb vs. (3) Iowa State - TNT 2:00 p.m. (12) Colorado State vs. (5) Memphis - TBS 2:50 p.m. (16) Mount St. Mary's/American vs. (1) Duke - CBS 3:15 p.m. (10) Vanderbilt vs. (7) Saint Mary's - truTV 4:05 p.m. (11) North Carolina/SDSU vs. (6) Ole Miss - TNT 4:35 p.m. (13) Grand Canyon vs. (4) Maryland - TBS 6:50 p.m. (16) Norfolk State vs. (1) Florida - TNT 7:10 p.m. (14) Troy vs. (3) Kentucky - CBS 7:25 p.m. (10) New Mexico vs. (7) Marquette - TBS 7:35 p.m. (13) Akron vs. (4) Arizona - truTV 9:25 p.m. (9) Oklahoma vs. (8) UConn - TNT 9:45 p.m. (11) Xavier/Texas vs. (6) Illinois - CBS 10:00 p.m. (15) Bryant vs. (2) Michigan State - TBS 10:10 p.m. (12) Liberty vs. (5) Oregon - truTVSaturday, March 22 - Various Locations
Sunday, March 23 - Various Locations
Thursday, March 27 - Various Locations
Friday, March 28 - Various Locations
Saturday, March 29 - Various Locations
Sunday, March 30 - Various Locations
Saturday, April 5 - Alamodome (San Antonio)
The 2025 NCAA Tournament promises to deliver an exhilarating experience for fans and players alike, culminating in the crowning of the next national champion. Be sure to tune in and follow your favorite teams throughout this thrilling journey!
