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Alabama-Texas Tech Round of 32 Matchup Time and TV Channel Announced
The Crimson Tide and Red Raiders will face off on Sunday, March 22 for a spot in the Sweet 16.
Mar. 21, 2026 at 4:50pm
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The Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Hofstra Pride in the Round of 64 on Friday, while the Texas Tech Red Raiders handled the Akron Zips. The two teams will now face off in the Round of 32 on Sunday, March 22, with the winner likely heading to the Midwest regional in Chicago to take on the one-seed Michigan Wolverines.
Why it matters
This matchup between Alabama and Texas Tech features two teams that have proven their ability to win in the NCAA Tournament, setting up an exciting second-round clash with a spot in the Sweet 16 on the line.
The details
The Crimson Tide and Red Raiders will tip off at 8:45 p.m. CT on Sunday, March 22, with the game being broadcast nationally on TBS. The winner of this game will advance to the Midwest regional in Chicago, where they will likely face the top-seeded Michigan Wolverines.
- The Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Hofstra Pride in the Round of 64 on Friday, March 21.
- The Texas Tech Red Raiders defeated the Akron Zips in the Round of 64 on Friday, March 21.
- The Alabama-Texas Tech Round of 32 game will tip off at 8:45 p.m. CT on Sunday, March 22.
The players
Alabama Crimson Tide
The Alabama men's basketball team, representing the University of Alabama, is making its second consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance.
Texas Tech Red Raiders
The Texas Tech men's basketball team, representing Texas Tech University, is making its fourth NCAA Tournament appearance in the last five seasons.
What’s next
The winner of the Alabama-Texas Tech game will advance to the Midwest regional in Chicago, where they will likely face the top-seeded Michigan Wolverines.
The takeaway
This Round of 32 matchup between the Crimson Tide and Red Raiders promises to be a highly competitive and entertaining game, with the winner earning a spot in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.
