How to watch March Madness in the UAE – NCAA Tournament schedule (TV and times)

Below, a guide to US collegiate basketball fans for how to watch the 2016 NCAA Tournament in the UAE:

Viewing info

In the UAE Abu Dhabi Sports own the broadcast rights to a number of US college sports, including the NCAA Tournament. Abu Dhabi Sports 4, 5 & 6 have had broadcast blocks scheduled at various times throughout the NCAA Tournament.

The tournament is also available for live streaming online to those with access to a US television carrier at the NCAA's website. There is also a March Madness app available with viewing options.

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*Schedule will be updated as tournament progresses

Day 4 – Friday in UAE time

3.10am – Miami v Villanova

3.37am – Texas A&M v Oklahoma

5.40am – Kansas v Maryland

6.55am – Oregon v Duke

Day 5 – Saturday in UAE time

3.10am – Virginia v Iowa State

3.27am – Notre Dame v Wisconsin

5.40am – Gonzaga v Syracuse

6.40am – North Carolina v Indiana

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How to watch March Madness in the UAE – NCAA Tournament schedule (TV and times)

A guide to US college basketball fans for how to keep up with the 2016 NCAA Tournament in the UAE.

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