You can watch the Final Four on the TV network carrying it this year, or through a live TV streaming service that includes that channel. For the 2026 men’s Final Four, the games are on TBS, while the women’s Final Four is on ESPN.

Best ways to watch

  • Cable or satellite TV: Tune to the channel airing the game in your region.
  • Live TV streaming services: Options that carry the right channel include YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, and DirecTV Stream.
  • Network apps: For some games, you can also use the broadcaster’s app with a TV-provider login.

If you want the simplest option

  • Women’s Final Four: ESPN or a service that includes ESPN, such as ESPN Unlimited, DirecTV MySports, or Fubo Sports + News.
  • Men’s Final Four: A service with TBS, such as YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, or DirecTV Stream.

Quick tip

If you’re trying to watch without cable, check which Final Four you mean first, because the men’s and women’s tournaments use different channels.

If you want, I can give you the exact channel and streaming options for the men’s or women’s Final Four in 2026.