March Madness is one of the most exciting sports events of the year, and if you’re a Roku user, you’re in luck! Roku offers a variety of ways to stream every moment of the NCAA Tournament, from buzzer-beaters to thrilling upsets. Here’s how you can catch all the March Madness action on your Roku device.
Steps to Watch March Madness on Roku
1. Using Streaming Services
Several popular streaming services will offer live coverage of March Madness 2025, and all of them are available on Roku. These services give you access to the channels that broadcast the tournament, including CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV. Here’s how to watch using these services:
YouTube TV
YouTube TV provides a comprehensive package that includes CBS, TNT, TBS, and truTV. Here’s how to access March Madness on YouTube TV:
- Search for YouTube TV on your Roku home screen.
- Download and install the app by selecting the Add Channel button.
- Sign in with your YouTube TV account (or start a free trial).
- Navigate to live TV and look for the channels broadcasting the games.
Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV also covers all the major March Madness channels. To watch:
- Search for Hulu on your Roku.
- Install the app and sign in (or start a free trial).
- Access live TV and find CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV to watch the games.
Sling TV
Sling TV offers more budget-friendly options. To watch March Madness:
- Search for Sling TV on Roku and install the app.
- Sign in or start a free trial.
- Add the Sports Extra package to get access to TBS, TNT, and truTV. CBS may require a separate antenna for over-the-air viewing.
fuboTV
fuboTV, known for its sports-heavy focus, includes all the necessary channels. To watch:
- Search for fuboTV in Roku’s channel store.
- Install and sign in to your fuboTV account (or start a free trial).
- Navigate to live TV and watch the tournament on CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV.
2. NCAA March Madness Live App
The NCAA March Madness Live app is another great option for watching the tournament. Here’s how to use it:
- Search for NCAA March Madness Live on your Roku.
- Install the app and open it.
- Sign in with your TV provider credentials or watch live games for free with some ads.
- You can stream live games, view highlights, and stay up to date with scores.
3. CBS Sports App
Since CBS broadcasts many of the March Madness games, the CBS Sports app is a solid choice for viewing:
- Search for CBS Sports on Roku.
- Install the app and open it.
- Access the live streams for March Madness games, which may require logging in with your TV provider.
4. Using an Antenna with Roku (For CBS)
If you prefer over-the-air viewing, you can use a TV antenna with your Roku. Some Roku devices, like the Roku TV, allow you to connect an antenna directly. Here’s how:
- Connect an antenna to your Roku TV.
- Scan for channels to receive CBS for free.
- Tune into CBS to watch live March Madness games.