Two teams are set to secure their spots in Indianapolis on Saturday, as the NCAA men's basketball tournament heats up with a pair of thrilling Elite Eight matchups.
First, we have an all-Big Ten clash in the South Regional final featuring No. 3 seed Illinois taking on No. 9 seed Iowa, the surprise package in this year's tournament. Iowa's journey here included a victory over conference rival Nebraska in the Sweet 16, while Illinois impressed with a win over No.
2 Houston, essentially on their home turf. During the regular season, Illinois edged out Iowa 75-69 in Iowa City, with Keaton Wagler leading the charge with 19 points.
But with a Final Four berth on the line, the stakes are as high as ever.
Later on, we'll see another Big Ten powerhouse, No. 2 seed Purdue, face off against top-seeded Arizona in the West Regional final in San Jose. Purdue is riding high after surviving a thrilling shootout with No.
11 Texas, thanks to Trey Kaufman-Renn's last-second heroics. Arizona, meanwhile, showcased their dominance by dismantling No.
4 Arkansas 109-88, marking their first regional final appearance since 2015. However, the Elite Eight has historically been a hurdle for the Wildcats, with five losses at this stage since their last Final Four appearance in 2001.
Who will emerge victorious and keep their championship dreams alive? Here’s how you can catch all the action on TV and streaming platforms.
March Madness Games on TV Today
Elite Eight Matchups:
- Illinois vs. Iowa Time: 6:09 p.m. ET Channels: TBS, truTV, DIRECTV
- Arizona vs. Purdue Time: 8:49 p.m. ET Channels: TBS, truTV, DIRECTV
Where to Watch:
Catch both Elite Eight games on TBS and truTV. For Illinois vs.
Iowa, the commentary team includes Kevin Harlan, Robbie Hummel, and Stan Van Gundy. Meanwhile, Brian Anderson and Jim Jackson will call the Arizona-Purdue showdown.
You can also stream the games on DIRECTV, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. Enjoy live college basketball along with MLB, NHL, and more on channels like TNT, ESPN, and FS1 with DIRECTV.
NCAA Tournament Sites 2026:
- East Regional: Washington, D.C. - Capital One Arena
- West Regional: San Jose, Calif. - SAP Center
- South Regional: Houston - Toyota Center
- Midwest Regional: Chicago - United Center
- Final Four: Indianapolis - Lucas Oil Stadium
Get ready for an exciting day of basketball as teams battle for a coveted spot in the Final Four!