When does March Madness bracket come out? Selection Sunday time and how to watch
Selection Sunday is just 48 hours away, and the conference tournaments are nearing their conclusion, with champions being crowned. The much-anticipated moment is almost here — the March Madness brackets will be revealed for both the women's and men's tournaments.
The bracket reveal during the Selection Sunday shows are a crucial moment, announcing the fields of 68 teams and matchups for the tournament. The festivities begin with the men's First Four games in Dayton, Ohio. The first and second rounds will be held over the weekend in eight cities across the country. On the women's side, the top 16 seeded teams will host games during the first and second rounds.
Teams around the country are on the edge of their seats, nerves tingling with the anticipation of Selection Sunday. Here’s how to watch the March Madness bracket reveal for both the men's and women's tournaments:
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How to watch Selection Sunday
When does the Men's March Madness bracket come out?
The men's March Madness bracket reveal will start at 6 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 16. It will be broadcast by CBS.
- Date: Sunday, March 16
- Time: 6 p.m. ET
- TV: CBS
- Stream: Paramount+, Sling, DirecTV Stream
When does women's March Madness bracket come out?
The women's March Madness bracket will be announced on Sunday, March 16, with a Selection Sunday broadcast set for 8 p.m. ET.
Watch March Madness Selection shows on Fubo (free trial)
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