March Madness (NCAA Tournament) 2026
About This Tournament
The 2026 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, better known as March Madness. 68 college basketball teams compete in a single-elimination bracket in the most exciting postseason tournament in American sports.
Tournament Details
Sport
Basketball
Venue
Various Venues, USA
Start Date
March 17, 2026
End Date
April 6, 2026
Participants
68 teams/fighters
Format
In-Person
Organizer
NCAA
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