Friday's first-round NCAA tournament games might not have delivered the classic upsets we all love, but that just sets the stage for some thrilling second-round action on Sunday. Basketball fans, get ready for a day packed with competitive matchups and legendary coaching showdowns.
One of the most anticipated games features No. 4 Kansas taking on No.
5 St. John's.
With coaching titans Bill Self and Rick Pitino squaring off for just the second time, this clash promises to be a tactical masterclass.
But don't overlook the other exciting contests on the schedule. Earlier in the afternoon, Iowa State faces Kentucky in what promises to be a battle of grit and strategy.
Later, Virginia and Tennessee tip off about an hour after the Kansas-St. John's game, offering another dose of high-stakes basketball.
Prime time brings the spotlight to the top seeds. Florida meets Iowa, while Arizona faces off against Utah State. Both games are sure to test the mettle of the favorites.
Here's your complete guide to catching all the action in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, including where to watch and stream the games.
March Madness Schedule for Sunday, March 22
- **No. 2 Purdue vs.
No. 7 Miami**
Time: 12:10 p.m. ET
Channels: CBS, Fubo, Paramount+
- **No. 2 Iowa State vs.
No. 7 Kentucky**
Time: 2:45 p.m. ET
Channels: CBS, Fubo, Paramount+
- **No. 4 Kansas vs.
No. 5 St.
John's**
Time: 5:15 p.m.
ET
Channels: CBS, Fubo, Paramount+
- **No. 3 Virginia vs.
No. 6 Tennessee**
Time: 6:10 p.m. ET
Channels: TNT, DIRECTV
- **No. 1 Florida vs.
No. 9 Iowa**
Time: 7:10 p.m. ET
Channels: TBS, DIRECTV
- **No. 1 Arizona vs.
No. 9 Utah State**
Time: 7:50 p.m. ET
Channels: truTV, DIRECTV
- **No. 2 UConn vs.
No. 7 UCLA**
Time: 8:45 p.m. ET
Channels: TNT, DIRECTV
- **No. 4 Alabama vs.
No. 5 Texas Tech**
Time: 9:45 p.m. ET
Channels: TBS, DIRECTV
Where to Watch and Stream
Catch all the action on CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV, or stream the games live on DIRECTV, Fubo, and Paramount+. Whether you're at home or on the go, you won't have to miss a single buzzer-beater or highlight-reel play.
Radio Coverage
Prefer to listen in? Tune into SiriusXM for live coverage of all the games. New subscribers can enjoy a free four-month trial to catch every thrilling moment of March Madness.
- **No. 2 Purdue vs.
No. 7 Miami**: SiriusXM Ch.
201
- **No.
2 Iowa State vs. No.
7 Kentucky**: SiriusXM Ch. 201
- **No. 4 Kansas vs.
No. 5 St.
John's**: SiriusXM Ch. 203
- **No. 3 Virginia vs.
No. 6 Tennessee**: SiriusXM Ch.
204
- **No.
1 Florida vs. No.
9 Iowa**: SiriusXM Ch. 202
- **No. 1 Arizona vs.
No. 9 Utah State**: SiriusXM Ch.
203
- **No.
2 UConn vs. No.
7 UCLA**: SiriusXM Ch. 204
- **No. 4 Alabama vs.
No. 5 Texas Tech**: SiriusXM Ch.
202
So, grab your snacks, settle in, and enjoy the ride as March Madness continues to deliver the drama and excitement we crave.
