The excitement of March Madness is just around the corner! The 2025 NCAA men's basketball tournament is set to begin on March 20, with the women's tournament kicking off on March 21. The much-anticipated Selection Sunday will reveal the 68-team fields for both the men's and women's NCAA Division I basketball tournaments. Here's everything you need to know about this year's event.

When Are the Brackets Released?

The brackets for both the men's and women's March Madness tournaments will be announced on Selection Sunday, March 16. This is the day when the full tournament fields are unveiled, setting the stage for the thrilling weeks of basketball ahead.

How to Watch Selection Sunday on ESPN

ESPN will provide comprehensive coverage of Selection Sunday, offering fans a variety of programs to get all the latest updates. Here's the schedule (all times Eastern):

• Men's Bracket

  • 5:15-7 p.m. - SportsCenter on ESPN (Bracket will be revealed at 6 p.m.)
  • 7-8 p.m. - Bracketology on ESPN

• Women's Bracket

  • 8-9 p.m. - NCAA Women's Selection Special on ESPN
  • 9-10 p.m. - Bracketology on ESPN2

Additional NCAA Basketball Coverage on ESPN

For fans looking to dive deeper into the tournament, ESPN offers extensive coverage for both men's and women's basketball:

• Men's Basketball: Visit the ESPN hub for breaking news, Bracketology, standings, stats, and more.
• Women's Basketball: Check out the ESPN hub for the latest updates, Bracketology, standings, stats, and additional insights.

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Stay tuned to ESPN for all the latest updates and in-depth analysis as we count down to the start of March Madness 2025!