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How to Watch March Madness on Hulu Plus
How to Watch March Madness on Hulu Plus

Step-by-Step Guide to Watching NCAA March Madness on Hulu + Live TV

→ Visit Hulu's official website: Open your web browser and go to www.hulu.com/live-tv.

→ Create or log into your Hulu account: If you are a new user, you can sign up and may be eligible for a 7-day free trial. If you already have a Hulu account, simply log in using your credentials.

→ Select Hulu + Live TV plan: Choose between the base Hulu + Live TV plan at $76.99/month or upgrade to the No Ads + Live TV plan for $89.99/month. Both plans include Disney+ and ESPN+.

→ Confirm local channel availability: Ensure that your location receives CBS through Hulu + Live TV, as local CBS access varies by market. ESPN networks, TBS, TNT, and truTV are available nationwide.

→ Set up your devices: Download the Hulu app on smart TVs, streaming devices (Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV), gaming consoles, smartphones, or tablets. You can also stream directly on Hulu's website.

→ Navigate to "Live TV" tab: Open the Hulu app, click the "Live TV" option, and browse the available NCAA tournament broadcasts under "Sports" or "NCAA Basketball."

→ Add to "My Stuff" for alerts: Use Hulu’s "My Stuff" feature to track your favorite teams and receive reminders when games are about to air.

→ DVR capabilities: Hulu + Live TV includes unlimited cloud DVR, allowing you to record games and watch them later.

→ Watch on multiple devices: Hulu + Live TV allows streaming on two screens simultaneously, with the option to upgrade for unlimited screens at home.

→ Cancel anytime: No long-term contracts required. Cancel before your trial ends to avoid charges.

Cost Breakdown

→ Free Trial: Typically 7 days (subject to change based on promotions).

→ Standard Plan: $76.99/month (includes Hulu streaming library, Live TV, Disney+, and ESPN+).

→ No Ads Plan: $89.99/month.

→ Add-ons available: Upgrade for unlimited screens, premium channels like HBO Max, Showtime, and Starz.

Expert Tips for March Madness Fans

• Set up early: Don’t wait until game day. Test your streaming setup a day in advance to avoid login or connection issues.

• Utilize DVR: With multiple games airing simultaneously, use Hulu’s unlimited DVR to record overlapping matchups.

• Maximize multi-screen viewing: For households with multiple basketball fans, consider upgrading to unlimited screens.

• Pair Hulu with ESPN+: Hulu + Live TV comes bundled with ESPN+, giving you bonus NCAA coverage and behind-the-scenes content.

• Stay updated: Keep the NCAA March Madness Live app on hand for brackets, stats, and breaking news.

March 21, 2025 - Men's NCAA Tournament: Full Schedule, List of Games

  • (9) Michigan State vs. (8) Mississippi State, 12 p.m. | CBS

  • (7) Texas vs. (10) Colorado State, 12:30 p.m. | TBS

  • (3) Creighton vs. (14) Akron, 1 p.m. | TNT

  • (2) Arizona vs. (15) Long Beach State, 1:30 p.m. | truTV

  • (1) North Carolina vs. (16) Wagner, 2:30 p.m. | CBS

  • (11) Oregon vs. (6) South Carolina, 4 p.m. | TNT

  • (3) Illinois vs. (14) Morehead State, 4:30 p.m. | TBS

  • (11) Duquesne vs. (6) BYU, 5 p.m. | truTV

  • (7) Dayton vs. (10) Nevada, 6:30 p.m. | CBS

  • (2) Iowa State vs. (15) South Dakota State, 7 p.m. | TBS

  • (5) Gonzaga vs. (12) McNeese, 7:30 p.m. | TNT

  • (1) Houston vs. (16) Longwood, 9 p.m. | CBS

March 21, 2025 - Women's NCAA Tournament: Full Schedule, List of Games

  • (6) Michigan vs. (11) Iowa State, 11:30 a.m. | ESPN2

  • (4) Kentucky vs. (13) Liberty, 12 p.m. | ESPN

  • (8) Utah vs. (9) Indiana, 1:30 p.m. | ESPN2

  • (3) Notre Dame vs. (14) Stephen F. Austin, 2 p.m. | ESPN

  • (5) Kansas State vs. (12) Fairfield, 2:30 p.m. | ESPNews

  • (4) Baylor vs. (13) Grand Canyon, 3:30 p.m. | ESPNU

  • (2) TCU vs. (15) FDU, 3:30 p.m. | ESPN2

  • (1) South Carolina vs. (16) Tennessee Tech, 4 p.m. | ESPN

  • (7) Vanderbilt vs. (10) Oregon, 5:30 p.m. | ESPNews

  • (4) Ohio State vs. (13) Montana State, 5:30 p.m. | ESPN2

  • (5) Ole Miss vs. (12) Ball State, 6 p.m. | ESPNU

  • (7) Louisville vs. (10) Nebraska, 6 p.m. | ESPN

  • (8) Richmond vs. (9) Georgia Tech, 7:30 p.m. | ESPNews

  • (2) Duke vs. (15) Lehigh, 8 p.m. | ESPNU

  • (5) Tennessee vs. (12) South Florida, 8 p.m. | ESPN

  • (1) UCLA vs. (16) Southern U., 10 p.m. | ESPN

March 22, 2025 - Men's NCAA Tournament Games

  • (8) Utah State vs. (9) TCU, 12:15 p.m. | CBS

  • (4) Kansas vs. (13) Samford, 12:40 p.m. | truTV

  • (1) Purdue vs. (16) Grambling, 1 p.m. | TNT

  • (4) Duke vs. (13) Vermont, 1:45 p.m. | CBS

  • (6) Clemson vs. (11) New Mexico, 3 p.m. | truTV

  • (5) San Diego State vs. (12) UAB, 4 p.m. | TNT

  • (2) Marquette vs. (15) Western Kentucky, 4:30 p.m. | TBS

  • (1) UConn vs. (16) Stetson, 6:30 p.m. | CBS

  • (4) Alabama vs. (13) College of Charleston, 7:30 p.m. | TNT

  • (5) Wisconsin vs. (12) James Madison, 8:30 p.m. | TBS

  • (2) Tennessee vs. (15) Saint Peter's, 9 p.m. | CBS

March 22, 2025 - Women's NCAA Tournament Games

  • (6) Iowa vs. (11) Murray State, 12 p.m. | ESPN

  • (2) UConn vs. (15) Arkansas State, 1 p.m. | ABC

  • (5) Alabama vs. (12) Green Bay, 1:30 p.m. | ESPN2

  • (2) NC State vs. (15) Vermont, 2 p.m. | ESPN

  • (6) West Virginia vs. (11) Columbia/Washington, 2 p.m. | ESPNews

  • (3) Oklahoma vs. (14) FGCU, 2:30 p.m. | ESPNU

  • (1) Southern California vs. (16) UNC Greensboro, 3 p.m. | ABC

  • (7) Oklahoma State vs. (10) South Dakota State, 3:30 p.m. | ESPN2

  • (4) Maryland vs. (13) Norfolk State, 4 p.m. | ESPN

  • (3) North Carolina vs. (14) Oregon State, 4:30 p.m. | ESPNU

  • (7) Michigan State vs. (10) Harvard, 4:30 p.m. | ESPNews

  • (8) California vs. (9) Mississippi State, 5:30 p.m. | ESPN2

  • (8) Illinois vs. (9) Creighton, 7:15 p.m. | ESPNews

  • (6) Florida State vs. (11) George Mason, 7:45 p.m. | ESPN2

  • (1) Texas vs. (16) High Point/William & Mary, 9:45 p.m. | ESPN2

  • (3) LSU vs. (14) San Diego State, 10:15 p.m. | ESPN

Final Tip

With Hulu + Live TV, you can watch all the key matchups in both tournaments, plus replays and on-demand content. Make sure to sign up ahead of tip-off to catch every buzzer-beater and Cinderella story.

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