Men’s NCAA Tournament
The 2025 March Madness tournament is set to be one of the most exciting events in college basketball. With Selection Sunday kicking off the action on March 16, the 68-team bracket was unveiled, setting the stage for weeks of thrilling games. Below, we break down the full schedule, key dates, and venues for the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.
Key Dates for the 2025 March Madness Tournament
Here’s a quick look at the critical dates for the 2025 NCAA Tournament:
– Selection Sunday: March 16, 2025 (6 p.m. ET on CBS)
– 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 (Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas)
– National Championship Game: April 7, 2025 (Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas)
2025 March Madness Bracket and Game Schedule
The 2025 NCAA Tournament bracket is packed with exciting matchups. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the schedule:
First Four (March 18–19, 2025)
– Dayton, Ohio (UD Arena)
– March 18:
– (16) Alabama State vs. (16) Saint Francis, 6:40 p.m. ET (truTV)
– (11) San Diego State vs. (11) North Carolina, 9:10 p.m. ET (truTV)
– March 19:
– (16) American University vs. (16) Mount St. Mary’s, 6:40 p.m. ET (truTV)
– (11) Texas vs. (11) Xavier, 9:10 p.m. ET (truTV)
First Round (March 20–21, 2025)
– March 20:
– (8) Louisville vs. (9) Creighton, 12:15 p.m. ET (CBS)
– (4) Purdue vs. (13) High Point, 12:40 p.m. ET (truTV)
– (3) Wisconsin vs. (14) Montana, 1:30 p.m. ET (TNT)
– (1) Houston vs. (16) SIU Edwardsville, 2 p.m. ET (TBS)
– And more exciting matchups throughout the day.
– March 21:
– (8) Mississippi State vs. (9) Baylor, 12:15 p.m. ET (CBS)
– (2) Alabama vs. (15) Robert Morris, 12:40 p.m. ET (truTV)
– (3) Iowa State vs. (14) Lipscomb, 1:30 p.m. ET (TNT)
– (5) Memphis vs. (12) Colorado State, 2 p.m. ET (TBS)
– Additional games to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
Second Round (March 22–23, 2025)
– Matchups will be determined based on First Round results.
Sweet 16 (March 27–28, 2025)
– The top 16 teams battle for a spot in the Elite Eight.
Elite Eight (March 29–30, 2025)
– The final eight teams compete for a chance to advance to the Final Four.
Final Four (April 5, 2025)
– San Antonio, Texas (Alamodome)
– Two semifinal games will determine the National Championship contenders.
National Championship Game (April 7, 2025)
– San Antonio, Texas (Alamodome)
– The ultimate showdown to crown the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Champion.
2025 March Madness Tournament Venues
The 2025 NCAA Tournament will take place across multiple cities and venues, offering fans a chance to experience the excitement live. Here’s the complete list of host cities and venues:
– First Four: Dayton, Ohio (UD Arena)
– First/Second Rounds:
– Lexington, KY (Rupp Arena)
– Providence, RI (Amica Mutual Pavilion)
– Seattle, WA (Climate Pledge Arena)
– Wichita, KS (Intrust Bank Arena)
– Cleveland, OH (Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse)
– Denver, CO (Ball Arena)
– Milwaukee, WI (Fiserv Forum)
– Raleigh, NC (PNC Arena)
– Regionals:
– East Regional: Newark, NJ (Prudential Center)
– West Regional: San Francisco, CA (Chase Center)
– South Regional: Atlanta, GA (State Farm Arena)
– Midwest Regional: Indianapolis, IN (Lucas Oil Stadium)
– Final Four: San Antonio, TX (Alamodome)
Future March Madness Final Four Locations
Looking ahead, here are the planned Final Four locations for the coming years:
– 2025: San Antonio, TX (Alamodome)
– 2026: Indianapolis, IN (Lucas Oil Stadium)
– 2027: Detroit, MI (Ford Field)
– 2028: Las Vegas, NV (Allegiant Stadium)
– 2029: Indianapolis, IN (Lucas Oil Stadium)
– 2030: North Texas (AT&T Stadium)
How to Follow the 2025 March Madness Tournament
Stay updated with all the action by tuning into CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV for live coverage. You can also follow along with live scores, highlights, and bracket updates on the NCAA’s official website or sports news platforms.
Conclusion
The 2025 March Madness tournament promises to deliver unforgettable moments, fierce competition, and Cinderella stories. Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan or a casual viewer, mark your calendars and get ready for the madness!
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