How to watch March Madness Round 2: Schedule and matchups

Watch March Madness Round 2 on Sling TV and get 50% off your first month

Get yourself courtside seats to Round 2 with Sling TV, an affordable option for catching the next 32-team bracket. Sling Blue has a majority of the Men’s March Madness action on TBS and TNT, which you'll want to tune into on Saturday and Sunday. 

Sling Orange also includes TBS and TNT, but you’ll want to upgrade to Sling Orange & Blue to get all the NCAA March Madness Men's and Women's Tournaments. Unfortunately, Sling doesn’t offer CBS — so some of the games will be missing from your lineup.

Watch the March Madness Second Round action on DIRECTV STREAM with a 5-day free trial

We recommend the DIRECT TV STREAM Choice Plan for getting yourself hooked up with livestreaming options for the Second Round of March Madness 2025. Even with the Entertainment plan, the most basic package, your lineup will be loaded with TBS, TNT, truTV, ESPN, ABC, and CBS, plus ESPN2 and Fox Sports 1 (FS1). And, DIRECTV STREAM gives new subscribers a 5-day free trial. 

Watch on Hulu + Live TV with a 3-day free trial and get access to the Second Round Madness

Hulu + Live TV offers a 3-day free trial for new subscribers and will feature a bunch of March Madness Round 2 action this weekend. It's a steal if you want all your live TV and on-demand entertainment on one streaming platform. With Hulu + Live TV, you'll get exceptional access to over 95 channels and full access to ESPN Plus and Disney Plus.

Watch the Second Round action on YouTubeTV with a 7-day free trial

YouTube TV comes fully stocked with the networks to catch both the Men's and Women's NCAA March Madness Tournament. With a 7-day free trial, you'll get channels like ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, FS1, NFL Network, TBS, TNT, TruTV, SEC Network, NBA TV, and more in your subscription.

With over 100 channels in your base plan, you're all set for Round 2.

Watch the Second Round on Max: The B/R Sports add-on is now included with all Max plans

Max just gave you a Round 2 upgrade: Max now includes B/R Sports with all Max Plans, which will offer select March Madness 2025 coverage. This extension to Max plans will give you access to most of Round 2 for March Madness 2025 and an extensive on-demand content library. Spirited Away and Cooper Flagg dunking on teams? Sign me up. 

For the rest of the year, B/R Sports also features games from the NHL, MLB, NBA and U.S. Soccer for additional content as we move into Spring sports season.

Watch the March Madness Second Round on Paramount Plus with a 7-day or 30-day free trial

You're gonna get a lot more with Paramount Plus. For March 2025, Paramount Plus offers a 7-day or 30-day free trial for eligible, first-time subscribers. 

Don't let streaming service costs lock up your budget. With Paramount Plus, you can watch all the March Madness action live on CBS and stream every game on Paramount+ with the SHOWTIME package—at no cost due to the 30-day free trial.

Pro tip: Set a reminder on your mobile device for 28 days out from when you subscribe so you can cancel or continue with Paramount Plus. 

FAQ

How can I watch the 2025 March Madness Second Round on TV?

The Second Round of March Madness 2025 will be broadcast on a mix of CBS, TNT, and TBS. Check the listings here for your game times and network for the matchup you want to watch for round 2. If you don't have cable TV, streaming services like Sling TV, DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV offer these channels, so you can stream the action on any smart device.

How can I watch the 2025 March Madness Second Round on streaming?

We recommend Sling TV, DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and Paramount Plus for getting Round 2 of the Madness in your living room. Plus, many of these livestreaming service providers have promos and free trials for new subscribers. 

What's the cheapest way to watch March Madness Round 2 in 2025?

See if you qualify for free trials with DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or Paramount Plus — these streaming providers can give you access to many games in the Second Round. Plus, Sling TV has 50% off your first month.

Is the Second Round of March Madness on Paramount Plus?

Paramount Plus includes your local CBS station if you opt for the Paramount Plus with SHOWTIME plan. There is an extended Paramount Plus free trial for 7-days or 30-days, meaning you'll get all the way to the end of March Madness without touching your budget.

Can I watch the Second Round of March Madness in 2025 for free?

You can watch any March Madness games on CBS, TNT, and TVS for free with a broadcast antenna. If you don't want the antenna route, check to see if you qualify for free trials with DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or Paramount Plus for Round 2.