Elite Eight Showdowns: Who Plays, When and Where

The 2026 NCAA men’s basketball tournament is almost finished, with the Elite Eight set to decide who moves on to the Final Four. Saturday night kicks off in the South Region, where the third‑seeded Illinois team will take on the ninth‑seeded Iowa squad at 6:09 p. m. Eastern Time. Later that evening, the West Region final will feature the top‑seeded Arizona squad against the second‑seeded Purdue team at 8:49 p. m. Eastern Time. Both games will air on TBS and truTV, so fans can tune in from home or at a local sports bar. Sunday brings the Midwest and East Region finals.The first game of the day sees the top‑seeded Michigan team facing Tennessee at 2:15 p. m. Eastern Time, also on CBS. A few hours later, the top‑seeded Duke team will clash with UConn at 5:05 p. m. Eastern Time, again on CBS. These matchups promise high‑stakes play and could set the stage for a dramatic Final Four showdown. The tournament’s broadcast partners include CBS, TNT, TBS and truTV, giving viewers multiple options to catch the action. For a full schedule or to plan your viewing strategy, check the official March Madness website or use the network’s streaming services.