How to watch the Sweet 16: TV channels, streaming options, and schedule-OxBig News Network

The 2025 March Madness tournament enters its thrilling Sweet 16 round during this hot period. Many fans follow March Madness 2025 intensely since the tournament features critical games and remarkable underdog teams competing for viewership. The following guide contains all the required information for viewers who choose cable streaming options to watch Sweet 16 games.

Thursday, March 27

• (2) Alabama vs. (6) BYU – 7:09 p.m. ET | CBS, Paramount+
• (1) Florida vs. (4) Maryland – 7:39 p.m. ET | TBS, Max
• (1) Duke vs. (4) Arizona – 9:39 p.m. ET | CBS, Paramount+
• (3) Texas Tech vs. (10) Arkansas – 10:09 p.m. ET | TBS, Max

Friday, March 28

• (2) Michigan State vs. (6) Ole Miss – 7:09 p.m. ET | CBS, Paramount+
• (2) Tennessee vs. (3) Kentucky – 7:39 p.m. ET | TBS, Max
• (1) Auburn vs. (5) Michigan – 9:39 p.m. ET | CBS, Paramount+
• (1) Houston vs. (4) Purdue – 10:09 p.m. ET | TBS, Max

How to watch March Madness Sweet 16

On TV

The Sweet 16 games will be broadcast across CBS, TBS, TNT, and TruTV. Check your local listings for availability.

Streaming Options

• Paramount+ – Streams CBS games live. Offers a one-week free trial, then costs $8/month (ad-supported) or $13/month (ad-free with Showtime).
• Max – Streams TBS, TNT, and TruTV games. No free trial available. Plans start at $9.99/month.
• Hulu + Live TV – Includes CBS, TBS, TNT, and TruTV. Offers a three-day free trial, then $77/month.
• YouTube TV – Offers a free trial, then $73/month.
• Sling TV – Provides TBS, TNT, and TruTV. No CBS. Starts at $40/month.
• DirecTV Stream – Streams all channels. Free trial available, then $80/month.
• Fubo TV – Sports-focused option with CBS. Seven-day free trial, then $80+/month.

NCAA’s March Madness live app

Every game is available to stream on the NCAA’s official March Madness Live app or website. A TV provider login is required.

Can I watch March Madness on Amazon?

No, you cannot watch the NCAA tournament on Amazon

Looking Ahead: Elite 8, Final Four, and Championship

– Elite 8: March 29-30 (CBS & TBS)

– Final Four: April 5 (CBS)

– Championship Game: April 7, 9:20 p.m. ET (CBS)