A preview of March Madness 2022

 

A Preview of March Madness 2022

 

The March Madness (Division I basketball) is one of the most-watched sporting activities in the US. Some exciting elements of the multiple-city event include bands, cheerleaders, and large crowds. It attracts many spectators since it involves schools from different conferences. The single-elimination event consists of 68 men’s teams and 64 women’s teams.

To qualify, a team has to win a conference title or get chosen by the selection committee. The tournament is highly competitive, and each squad faces an uphill task as most contenders have quality players. For that reason, only the best go past the round of the “Sweet Sixteen.”

Apart from fun, many people are anxiously waiting for March Madness 2022 because it will create betting opportunities. Most matches have good odds, and punters can potentially generate some cash. It is common for supporters to discuss possible outcomes and fill out tournament brackets. As a result, you’ll find many individuals wagering on upcoming events on land-based sportsbooks and online betting platforms.

March Madness will also attract numerous TV stations and online platforms that provide streaming services. Broadcasting the tournament is a big deal since it generates massive television revenue. Most bettors stream the events because it is fun and helps them know the status of their bets in real-time.

Before the tournament, there is team selection on March 13, where each participant will know the next opponent. The event officially kicks off on March 15 with four matches in Dayton, Ohio. Other games will be held in different cities according to the schedule. However, the last four games will be played in New Orleans between April 2 and 4. In the final match, two teams will battle for the trophy. The squad that will be in better shape might be crowned the new 2021-2022 NCAA championship winner.

2022 March Madness schedule summary

Here is a summary of the NCAA tournament.

1)      Selection Sunday on March 13.

2)      First four events on March 15 to 16.

3)      First round between March 17 and 18.

4)      Second round on March 19 to 20.

5)      Sweet 16 on March 24 to 25.

6)      Elite eight between March 26 and 27.

7)      Final four on April 2.

8)      The NCAA championship match on April 4.

Complete March Madness 2022 schedule.

The table below highlights the complete NCAA tournament schedule – from the selection to the final match.

 

Round

Date

City

Venue

Selection Sunday

March 13

N/A

N/A

First Four

March 15 - 16

Dayton, Ohio

UD Arena

First/Second

March 17 - 19

Buffalo, New York

KeyBank Center

First/Second

March 17 - 19

Indianapolis, Indiana

Gainbridge Fieldhouse

First/Second

March 17 - 19

Fort Worth, Texas

Dickies Arena

First/Second

March 17 - 19

Portland, Oregon

Moda Center

First/Second

March 18 - 20

Greenville, South Carolina

Bon Secours Wellness Arena

First/Second

March 18 - 20

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Fiserv Forum

First/Second

March 18 - 20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

PPG Paints Arena

First/Second

March 18 - 20

San Diego, California

Viejas Arena

Sweet 16/Elite Eight

March 24 - 26

San Antonio, Texas

AT&T Center

Sweet 16/Elite Eight

March 24 - 26

San Francisco, California

Chase Center

Sweet 16/Elite Eight

March 25 - 27

Chicago, Illinois

United Center

Sweet 16/Elite Eight

March 25 - 27

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Wells Fargo Center

Final Four

April 2 &  4

New Orleans

Caesars Superdome

How to watch the March Madness events.

If you want to watch live events, ensure you book a seat before tickets are sold out. However, you might also watch matches on your favorite TV station. Examples of stations that can air the matches include TNT, truTV, CBS, and TBS. Additionally, you can stream games on fuboTV and other reputable sites. If you have a hand-held gadget, you might consider downloading a live-streaming app to watch games on the go.

Final thoughts

March Madness 2022 will be a thrilling event since it involves top Basketball teams in the US. Most of the schools will be eliminated in the first two rounds, but those with enough talents might head to New Orleans. You can watch your favorite team play by booking a ticket on time. However, you might also stream live events on CBS and other stations. If you are a bettor, the tournament presents numerous betting opportunities which you can exploit and win big rewards.