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By the People, for the People
March Madness Round 2 Games Set for Sunday
Eight teams will advance to the Sweet 16 after today's action.
Mar. 22, 2026 at 4:06am
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The NCAA Tournament's Round 2 continues on Sunday, with several intriguing matchups set to determine the final eight teams advancing to the Sweet 16. After an exciting slate of games on Saturday, Sunday's action is expected to provide more drama and upsets as the field narrows.
Why it matters
The NCAA Tournament is one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year, with millions of fans tuning in to follow the thrilling journey to the Final Four. The Round 2 games on Sunday will help shape the remainder of the tournament, as the top teams look to avoid early upsets and secure their spots in the Sweet 16.
The details
Sunday's Round 2 schedule features several compelling matchups, including a 4-5 showdown between Nebraska and Vanderbilt in Oklahoma City, and a potential Cinderella run by No. 12 seed High Point as they take on No. 4 Arkansas in Portland. Fans will be eager to see if any more underdogs can pull off surprising victories and punch their tickets to the Sweet 16.
- The Round 2 games will take place on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
The players
Texas
The No. 11 seed that upset No. 3 Gonzaga on Saturday.
Nebraska
The No. 4 seed that will face off against No. 5 Vanderbilt in a classic showdown.
High Point
The No. 12 seed that gave No. 4 Arkansas a scare in their late night clash on Saturday.
What they’re saying
“Saturday got off to a slow start, but boy did it finish with a bang.”
— Matthew Glenesk, Author
What’s next
The winners of Sunday's Round 2 games will advance to the Sweet 16, which will take place at various locations across the country.
The takeaway
The NCAA Tournament's Round 2 on Sunday promises to deliver more thrilling action and potential upsets, as teams fight to secure their spots in the Sweet 16 and continue their journey towards the national championship.
