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March Madness, the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament, is one of the most exhilarating sporting events globally. While it's an American staple, interest in the U.K. has steadily grown. From major upsets to last-second heroics, the tournament is a magnet for drama.
But how can fans in the U.K. watch every game, considering broadcasting rights and time differences?
What is March Madness?
March Madness is a single-elimination tournament featuring 68 of the top U.S. college basketball teams. It starts on Selection Sunday (16 March 2025), leading to three weeks of non-stop games, climaxing in the Final Four and National Championship on 7 April 2025.
In the U.S., the tournament is a cultural phenomenon, but it has gained international traction due to its unpredictable nature and high-stakes matches.
When is March Madness 2025?
March Madness 2025 tips off on Tuesday, 18 March and runs until Monday, 7 April, when the men’s Championship Game will conclude the tournament.
Games typically begin around 4pm U.K. time and continue into the early hours. As the tournament advances and the field narrows, matches will start later and be more spread out.
Watch March Madness 2025 on TV in the U.K.
Sky Sports+
For 2025, Sky Sports+ is offering the most comprehensive U.K. coverage to date. Every men’s tournament game will be broadcast live, either on the Sky Sports+ main channel or across Sky Sports+ streaming channels.
Additionally, Sky Sports+ will show 26 women’s tournament games, including every match from the Sweet 16 onwards.
• Sky Sports+ subscription details: Add Sky Sports to any Sky TV package from £22 per month, or get the full Sky Sports bundle plus Netflix for £43 per month.
• Official website: https://www.sky.com/tv/sports
Sky Sports customers can also stream games via the Sky Go app, available on smartphones, tablets, and other devices as part of their subscription.
• Sky Go: https://www.sky.com/watch/sky-go
ESPN UK
ESPN remains a staple for NCAA coverage. ESPN will air select games, including early-round highlights and full coverage of the Final Four weekend.
• ESPN U.K. content is accessible via BT Sport or as part of an ESPN Player subscription.
• ESPN UK: https://www.espn.co.uk
• ESPN Player: https://www.espnplayer.com
TNT Sports
While Sky and ESPN dominate, some additional games might be shown on TNT Sports depending on sublicensing arrangements. TNT Sports sometimes features college basketball during March Madness.
• TNT Sports: https://www.tntsports.co.uk
Streaming Options in the U.K.
NOW
If you don't have a long-term Sky subscription, NOW offers flexible streaming options. A NOW Sports Day Membership costs £14.99, or £34.99 for a monthly pass. NOW also streams via apps on smart TVs, phones, consoles, and desktops.
• NOW: https://www.nowtv.com/watch-sky-sports-online
ESPN Player
For die-hard college basketball fans, ESPN Player remains one of the best streaming platforms, providing coverage of most tournament games, available live and on-demand.
• ESPN Player: https://www.espnplayer.com
NCAA March Madness Live (with VPN)
The NCAA’s own March Madness Live service is region-locked to U.S. users but can be accessed via VPN.
• NCAA March Madness Live: https://www.ncaa.com/march-madness-live
Keep in mind you’ll need valid U.S. credentials (e.g., from CBS or Sling TV) to stream fully.
Paramount+ and Other U.S. Services
Paramount+ broadcasts CBS-aired games, but is geo-restricted outside the U.S. VPN access is required.
• Paramount+: https://www.paramountplus.com
• Hulu + Live TV: https://www.hulu.com/live-tv
• Sling TV: https://www.sling.com
• YouTube TV: https://tv.youtube.com
Websites and Apps for Scores and Highlights
NCAA.com
The official site offers live scores, highlights, brackets, and breaking news.
• NCAA.com: https://www.ncaa.com
ESPN UK & BBC Sport
While BBC Sport does not stream games live, it provides coverage through news updates and highlights.
• BBC Sport: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport
Bleacher Report & The Athletic
For in-depth commentary, Bleacher Report and The Athletic are solid choices.
• Bleacher Report: https://bleacherreport.com
• The Athletic: https://theathletic.com
The Time Zone Challenge
U.K. viewers must contend with a five- to eight-hour time difference, depending on where the games are played in the U.S. Early-round matches may start as early as 5pm GMT, but high-profile games often tip off between midnight and 3am.
Services like Sky Go, NOW, and ESPN Player offer on-demand replays, making it easier to catch up during daytime hours.
March Madness 2025 Schedule
Men’s Tournament
- First Four: 18–19 March
- First Round: 20–21 March
- Second Round: 22–23 March
- Sweet 16: 27–28 March
- Elite Eight: 29–30 March
- Final Four: 5 April
- Championship Game: 7 April
Women’s Tournament
- First Four: 19–20 March
- First Round: 21–22 March
- Second Round: 23–24 March
- Sweet 16: 28–29 March
- Elite Eight: 30–31 March
- Final Four: 4 April
- Championship Game: 6 April
Final Thoughts
March Madness 2025 will offer U.K. fans more access than ever, especially with Sky Sports+ broadcasting every men’s tournament game live. From Sky and NOW to ESPN Player and VPN-supported platforms, there are multiple ways to follow the action.
Pick your platform, plan around the time zone, and prepare for one of sport’s most unpredictable tournaments.
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