March Madness is in full swing, and the excitement is palpable as we gear up for the Sweet 16 of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. The early rounds delivered some jaw-dropping moments, none more thrilling than the Iowa Hawkeyes' last-second victory over the defending champions, the Florida Gators. It’s the kind of drama that makes this tournament a fan favorite year after year.
As we look ahead, the Sweet 16 kicks off on Thursday, March 26. Teams are just two wins away from the coveted Final Four, set to unfold at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The national championship showdown is slated for Monday, April 6.
Catch all the action on CBS, TBS, and truTV as we find out which teams will rise to the occasion. Whether you’re cheering for your alma mater or just love a good underdog story, the Sweet 16 promises to deliver.
Here's the full TV schedule for the Sweet 16:
Thursday, March 26
- 7:10 p.m.: No. 2 Purdue vs.
No. 11 Texas (West) on CBS
- 7:30 p.m.: No. 4 Nebraska vs.
No. 9 Iowa (South) on TBS/truTV
- 9:45 p.m.: No. 1 Arizona vs.
No. 4 Arkansas (West) on CBS
- 10:05 p.m.: No. 2 Houston vs.
No. 3 Illinois (South) on TBS/truTV
Friday, March 27
- 7:10 p.m.: No. 1 Duke vs.
No. 5 St.
John’s (East) on CBS
- 7:35 p.m.: Texas Tech/Alabama winner vs.
No. 1 Michigan (Midwest) on TBS/truTV
- 9:45 p.m.: No. 2 UConn vs.
No. 3 Michigan State (East) on CBS
- 10:10 p.m.: No. 2 Iowa State vs.
No. 6 Tennessee (Midwest) on TBS/truTV
Mark your calendars and get ready for a thrilling ride as these teams battle it out for a spot in the Final Four. It’s March Madness at its finest!