Technologies

March Madness 2023: How to Watch the Women’s Sweet 16 Games Today

The women’s college basketball tournament resumes Friday with four Sweet 16 games on ESPN.

The women’s NCAA basketball tournament has had its share of madness through the first two rounds. Two No. 1 seeds — Indiana and Stanford — failed to make it to the second weekend, but all four No. 2 seeds and three No. 3 seeds are in the Sweet 16. The team to beat remains top overall seed South Carolina, which is the defending champion and yet to lose a game this year. The Gamecocks are led by Aliyah Boston, the reigning Naismith Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year.

Here’s everything you need to know to watch the women’s NCAA tournament on ABC and a host of ESPN channels without cable (and here’s how to watch the men’s tournament).

Aliyah Boston of the South Carolina Gamecocks shoots a free throw — Aliyah Boston and No. 1 South Carolina take on No. 4 UCLA in the Sweet 16 on Saturday.

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What is the NCAAW tournament schedule?

The schedule and channels for the eight Sweet 16 games are listed below (all times ET).

Friday, March 24

No. 4 Villanova vs. No. 9 Miami, 2:30 p.m. on ESPN
No. 2 Utah vs. No. 3 LSU, 5 p.m. on ESPN
No. 2 Iowa vs. No. 6 Colorado, 7:30 p.m. on ESPN
No. 5 Louisville vs. No. 8 Ole Miss, 10 p.m. on ESPN

Saturday, March 25

No. 2 Maryland vs. No. 3 Notre Dame, 11:30 a.m. on ESPN
No. 1 South Carolina vs. No. 4 UCLA, 2 p.m. on ESPN
No. 2 UConn vs. No. 3 Ohio State, 4 p.m. on ABC
No. 1 Virginia Tech vs. No. 4 Tennessee, 6:30 p.m. on ESPN2

Here’s the remaining schedule, round by round:

Elite Eight: March 26-27
Final Four: March 31
Women’s NCAA championship game: April 2

How can I watch the women’s tournament?

The rest of the tournament will be shown on ABC, ESPN and ESPN2.

Can I stream March Madness for free?

Go to the NCAA’s March Madness Live site or use its March Madness Live app and you’ll be able to watch games for free. You can watch March Madness Live on iOS and Android devices along with Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV and Xbox. The app also supports AirPlay and Chromecast.

As with most things that are free, there’s a catch. Without proving you’re a pay-TV subscriber, you get only a three-hour preview, after which point you’ll need to log in to continue watching.

What are my other streaming options?

You can use a live TV streaming service to watch the women’s NCAA basketball tournament. All five of the major live TV streaming services offer the channels needed to watch every game, but keep in mind that not every service carries every local network, so check each one using the links below to make sure it carries ABC in your area.

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Sling TV

Carries ABC, ESPN and ESPN2 for $55 a month

Sling TV’s $55-a-month Orange and Blue plan includes ABC, ESPN and ESPN2. Keep in mind, however, that Sling offers ABC carries ABC only in a handful of areas. Read our Sling TV review.

See at Sling TV

Hulu

Hulu with Live TV

Carries ABC, ESPN and ESPN2 for $70 a month

Hulu with Live TV costs $70 a month and includes ABC, ESPN and ESPN2. Click the «View channels in your area» link on its welcome page to see which local channels are offered in your ZIP code. Read our Hulu with Live TV review.

See at Hulu with Live TV

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YouTube TV

Carries ABC, ESPN and ESPN2 for $73 a month

YouTube TV now costs $73 a month and includes ABC, ESPN and ESPN2. Plug in your ZIP code on its welcome page to see which local networks are available in your area. Read our YouTube TV review.

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Fubo TV

FuboTV

Carries ABC and ESPN channels for $75 a month

FuboTV’s basic plan costs $75 a month and includes ABC, ESPN and ESPN2. Click here to see which local channels you get. Read our FuboTV review.

See at FuboTV

Directv stream

DirecTV Stream

Carries ABC and ESPN channels for $75 a month

DirecTV Stream’s basic $75-a-month plan includes ABC, ESPN and ESPN2. You can use its channel lookup tool to see which local channels are available where you live. Read our DirecTV Stream review.

See at DirecTV Stream

All of the live TV streaming services above offer free trials, allow you to cancel anytime and require a solid internet connection. Looking for more information? Check out our live-TV streaming services guide.

Technologies

Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

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Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im