The excitement for March Madness 2025 has officially kicked off with the announcement of the NCAA Tournament brackets. Selection Sunday delivered unexpected twists, record-breaking selections, and heated debates over which teams made the cut and which were left out.
Men’s Tournament: SEC Dominates With Historic Selections
One of the biggest headlines from this year’s bracket reveal is the Southeastern Conference (SEC) setting a new record by securing 14 out of 16 teams in the tournament. This marks the highest number of selections from a single conference in NCAA history, surpassing the Big East’s previous record of 11 teams in 2011.
Top No. 1 Seeds
The selection committee has awarded No. 1 seeds to the following teams:
East Region: Duke
Midwest Region: Houston
South Region: Auburn
West Region: Florida
Duke enters as the top seed in the East Region, hoping to make a deep tournament run with star player Cooper Flagg, who is set to return from injury.
Shocking Tournament Snubs
Several teams that were expected to make the tournament were left out, causing controversy:
Ohio State – Struggled defensively despite strong shooting.
Indiana – A weak midseason performance hurt their chances.
Boise State – Missed out due to a Mountain West Tournament loss.
Wake Forest – Inconsistent shooting cost them a spot.
First Four Matchups
The tournament officially begins on March 18-19, with First Four games in Dayton, Ohio. Notably, North Carolina will play in the First Four despite their strong history, sparking debate among fans.
Women’s Tournament: Top Seeds and Schedule
On the women’s side, the selection committee has awarded No. 1 seeds to:
UCLA
South Carolina
Southern California
Texas
The First Four games take place on March 20-21, with the First Round beginning on March 22-23. Fans can expect thrilling matchups as powerhouse teams and underdogs battle for a national championship.
Where to Watch March Madness 2025
Fans can catch the action live across multiple platforms:
Men’s Tournament: Airing on TBS, CBS, TNT, and truTV, with streaming available on NCAA March Madness Live.
Women’s Tournament: Full schedule and broadcast details available on the official NCAA website.
As the tournament unfolds, fans can anticipate surprise upsets, buzzer-beaters, and Cinderella stories that make March Madness one of the most exciting sporting events of the year. Stay tuned for game updates, predictions, and analysis as the madness begins!
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