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How to Watch the 2026 NCAA National Championship Game on TBS Live Online for Free

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Sports fans can catch live games on TBS — but unless you have cable, your viewing options are limited.

On Saturday, Apr. 6, the final game during the NCAA March Madness college basketball tournament airs on TBS. The 2026 National Championship features the No. 2-ranked UConn Huskies facing off against the No. 1-ranked Michigan Wolverines at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN, with tipoff at 8:50 p.m. ET/5:50 p.m. PT.

Cord-cutters don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars on a cable package in order to get access to basketball games and other TBS programming — there are affordable streaming options such as live TV streamers that’ll give you instant access and for a fraction of the price.

With current free trials and promos going on, you’ll get access to hundreds of other live TV channels that’ll expand your program options, so you can watch sports, reality TV and the latest dramas live and in real time.

How to Watch TBS Online

You can get access to TBS through live TV streamers, such as DirecTV — which is currently offering a free trial. Below are all the ways to watch TBS online.

How to Watch NCAA March Madness on TBS Online Without Cable for Free

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DirecTV


A subscription to DirecTV — which comes with TBS for NCAA March Madness — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels with the streamer’s “MySports” package, starting at $44.99 for the first month of service ($64.99 per month afterwards). The service even offers a five-day free trial to watch for free, if you sign up now.

You can watch local networks such as NBC, CBS and PBS, while you can also watch many cable networks, including FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, MTV, Paramount Network, Cartoon Network, VH1, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, CNBC and many others.

How to Watch NCAA March Madness on TBS Online Without Cable for Free

Sling TV


Sling TV offers three packages to choose from, such as Orange, Blue and Orange + Blue, with every option including TBS. The Orange Package is the most affordable and comes with nearly 35 channels and can be streamed on just one device at a time. Included in the Blue Package is nearly 50 channels. Can’t choose? You can combine both packages and get all channels and the ability to stream on up to three devices at once.

Please note: Pricing and channel availability varies from market-to-market.

How to Watch NCAA March Madness on TBS Online Without Cable for Free

Hulu + Live TV


For the most content offerings, you can sign up for Hulu + Live TV and get access to the Hulu library in addition to more then 95 live TV channels (including TBS). The streaming platform starts at $89.99 per month.

And, for even more programming, Hulu + Live TV now comes bundled with Disney+ and ESPN Unlimited, which will give you everything within the Hulu library in addition to exclusive content on ESPN for even more sports coverage.

How to Watch NCAA March Madness on TBS Online Without Cable for Free

HBO Max


HBO Max starts at $10.99 per month. It’s streamable on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and on web browsers. However, you’ll need a subscription to Prime Video (or an Amazon Prime membership) to add HBO Max to your account (no free trial available).

Not a member? Sign up for a 30-day free trial to take advantage of all that Amazon Prime has to offer, including access to Prime Video, Prime Gaming and Amazon Photos; fast free shipping in less than two days with Prime Delivery; in-store discounts at Whole Foods Market; access to exclusive shopping events — such as Prime Day and Black Friday — and much more. Learn more about Amazon Prime here.

HBO Max even gets you live sports access to the NHL, AEW and more. It features hit movies and TV shows, including The Penguin, Superman, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Peacemaker, Sinners, Dune: Part Two and more.

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Derek Chisora vs. Deontay Wilder Livestream: How to Watch the Boxing Event Live Online

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In his last fight of his boxing career before heading into retirement at age 42, British boxer Derek Chisora (36-13-0) goes head-to-head against American Deontay Wilder (44-4-1) in an epic 12-round bout on Saturday, Apr. 4.

With all eyes in the boxing world on The O2 Arena in London, the match is expected to be worth the price of the pay-per-view admission since it’s Chisora’s final bout.

At a Glance: How to Watch Derek Chisora vs. Deontay Wilder Online

  • Stream: DAZN PPV
  • Date, Start Time: Saturday, Apr. 4 at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT

The two fighters have very different boxing styles, so it’s going to be interesting to see which one wins out on Saturday night. The 42-year-old and Zimbabwe-born Derek Chisora is described as a “warrior” style fighter who puts a lot of pressure on opponents throughout matches, while Deontay Wilder, who is 40 years old and hails from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is a raw and calculated boxer, as he let’s his power and patience in the ring win him bouts.

If you’re looking to watch Chisora vs. Wilder fight online, keep reading. Below is everything you need to know about the title fight, including where to stream online, when the fight starts, and fight card information.

How to Watch Derek Chisora vs. Deontay Wilder Online

Chisora vs. Wilder is available on DAZN as a PPV (pay-per-view) livestream event. If you already have a DAZN subscription, then you can purchase the Chisora vs. Wilder PPV livestream here for $49.99.

However, you’ll need to sign up to purchase the Chisora vs. Wilder PPV. DAZN offers plans for new subscribers.

DAZN plans start at $20.99 per month (annually) for 12 months of service. The streaming service offers a seven-day free trial available too. You’d just have to play for the PPV event before canceling the subscription.

Meanwhile, DAZN has an “Ultimate Pass” that goes for $44.99 per month annually. It comes with the Chisora vs. Wilder PPV event and 11 other PPV events over the next 12 months — including Wardley vs. Dubois on Saturday, May 9.

After sign up, you’ll be able to purchase the Chisora vs. Wilder PPV livestream to watch all of the hard-hitting action. Additionally, DAZN hosts big fights, so it’s a worthwhile service for any boxing fans. Learn more about what DAZN has to offer here.

Chisora vs. Wilder Location, Date, Start Time

The Chisora vs. Wilder boxing event takes place at The O2 Arena in London, England on Saturday, Apr. 4. The main card is scheduled to start at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT, and Chisora and Wilder should start their ringwalk around 5:26 p.m. ET/2:26 p.m. PT.

Chisora vs. Wilder Odds

Oddsmakers are expecting Chisora to win against Wilder. The American Wilder has a moneyline of +172 as the underdog (bet $100 to win $272) against the Brit Chisora’s -225 as the favorite (bet $225 to win $100). You can see full Derek Chisora vs. Deontay Wilder odds and current wagers online at BetMGM.com.

Derek Chisora vs. Wilder Fight Card

Here’s the main fight card:

  • Derek Chisora vs. Deontay Wilder — Heavyweight, Main Event
  • European Title Fight: Viddal Riley vs. Mateusz Masternak (champion) — Cruiserweight
  • WBO Interim Title: Denzel Bentley vs. Endry Saavedra — Middleweight
  • Matty Harris vs. Franklin Ignatius — Heavyweight
  • Amir Anderson vs. Jordan Dujon — Middleweight
  • Jermaine Dhliwayo vs. Jake Morgan — Super Featherweight
  • Ashton Sylve vs. Raul Antonio Galaviz Hernandez — Super Lightweight
  • Dan Toward vs. Misael Da Veiga — Super Welterweight
  • Tom Welland vs. Yahir Alexander Solorio Morales — Featherweight
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Where to Watch March Madness Basketball Games Online Without Cable

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The 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament is wrapping up with just three games left. On Saturday, the Final Four will face off for a spot in Monday’s championship game. Up first is Illinois vs. UConn, following the Huskies’ stunning win over Duke. After that, No. 1 seeds Michigan and Arizona will clash for the second championship game berth.

At a Glance: Where to Watch March Madness

As with past tournaments, figuring out how to watch March Madness is a bit tricky. Ahead is a quick guide on the best ways to livestream every remaining March Madness game online, including ways to get free March Madness livestreams.

Where to Watch March Madness Online, Free Streams, TV Channels (Final Four & Championship)

Final Four March Madness games will be broadcast on TBS and TruTV, and the championship game will be shown on TNT, TBS, and TruTV. HBO Max will have livestreams, but you can also watch all three remaining games using a live TV streaming service that carries TBS and/or TruTV.

Here’s a breakdown of all these options:

Where to Watch March Madness Basketball 2026 Free Streams, TV Channels

DirecTV

DirecTV is the best way to watch every March Madness game online, offering TBS, TNT, and truTV in multiple packages. The most affordable of these plans is the MySports Genre Pack, which carries 20-plus key sports channels for $69.99 a month ($44.99 for your first month). Best of all, DirecTV offers a five-day free trial on all plans.


Where to Watch March Madness Basketball 2026 Free Streams, TV Channels

Hulu + Live TV


Hulu + Live TV is another great way to stream every March Madness game. The service carries TBS, TNT, and truTV in its lineup of 90-plus channels and costs $89.99 a month. Get a three-day free trial to start.


Where to Watch March Madness Basketball 2026 Free Streams, TV Channels

HBO Max

HBO Max will have livestreams of all the March Madness games shown on TBS, TNT, and truTV, but not of the games shown on CBS. The good news: It’s more affordable than the options above. You’ll need HBO Max Standard or Premium to watch March Madness games. These packages start at $18.49 a month, but don’t come with a free trial (see our guide on how to get HBO Max for free here).


March Madness Schedule 2026 (Final Four & Championship Game)

Final Four March Madness games will take place on Saturday, April 4. The championship game will take place on Monday, April 6. Here’s a schedule for all three remaining games:

Final Four: Saturday, April 4

  • (2) UConn vs. (3) Illinois, 6:09 p.m. | TBS/TNT/truTV
  • (1) Michigan vs. (1) Arizona, 8:49 p.m. | TBS/TNT/truTV

NCAA championship game: Monday, April 6

  • UConn / Illinois vs. Michigan / Arizona, 8:50 p.m. | TBS/TNT/truTV

March Madness Storylines 2026

Michigan is the top contender for the Naismith Trophy headed into the Final Four. The Wolverines have scored at least 90 points in every game this tournament, which hasn’t been done since 1995 by UConn. A win for Michigan or the underdog Fighting Illini would be the first national championship for a Big Ten team since Michigan State’s win in 2000.

But Michigan will have to get through Arizona if they want a chance at the championship, and that won’t be easy. The Wildcats are stacked with NBA prospects, and they’ve won all of their postseason games by 12 points or more. Arizona is also hungry for a championship, which has eluded the program since 1997.

UConn also has a shot at the championship, which would be their seventh. The Huskies are no doubt feeling hot after one of the best March Madness wins of all time on Sunday, when freshman Braylon Mullins hit a game-winning three-pointer with less than a second on the clock against No. 1 Duke. A 2026 championship for UConn would be their third in four years — a massive feat for coach Dan Hurley.

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