**2026 NCAA Tournament Bracket: Get Ready for the Thrill of March Madness** The highly anticipated NCAA Tournament, also known as March Madness, is here, and it's set to kick off on Tuesday and Wednesday with the First Four action. Over the next six days, the 68-team field will be whittled down to a Sweet 16 in a series of exciting matches. Basketball enthusiasts in Nigeria, get ready for the ultimate showdown! To keep you updated on the latest scores, analysis, and schedules, CBS Sports has got you covered. Our continuously updating live NCAA Tournament bracket will provide you with all the information you need to stay on top of the action. To make it easier for you to follow the tournament, we've broken down the schedule by region, including TV channels and tip times. Whether you're rooting for your favorite team or just interested in the excitement of March Madness, this is the ultimate guide for you. Here's a sneak peek at the March Madness schedule: **East Region** * Thursday (Greenville): * (10) UCF vs. (7) UCLA | 7:25 p.m., TBS * (15) Furman vs. (2) UConn | 10 p.m., TBS * Friday (Philadelphia): * (8) VCU vs. (9) Marquette | 12:15 p.m., CBS * (1) Kansas vs. (16) Howard | 5:15 p.m., CBS **West Region** * Tuesday (Dayton): * (16) Northern Kentucky vs. (16) Wright State | 12:40 p.m., truTV * Thursday (Portland): * (8) North Carolina vs. (9) Washington | 7:25 p.m., TBS * (1) Gonzaga vs. (16) Akron | 9:40 p.m., TBS * Friday (San Diego): * (4) UVA vs. (13) Furman | 2:05 p.m., CBS * (5) VCU vs. (12) Iowa State | 4:25 p.m., CBS **Midwest Region** * Tuesday (Dayton): * (16) UMBC vs. (16) Howard | 6:40 p.m., truTV * Wednesday (Dayton): * (10) Davidson vs. (7) San Diego State | 12:20 p.m., TBS * (2) Houston vs. (15) Grand Canyon | 3:10 p.m., TBS * Thursday (Buffalo): * (8) Arkansas vs. (9) Illinois | 12:15 p.m., CBS * (1) Alabama vs. (16) Texas A&M-CC | 2:45 p.m., CBS **South