The second weekend of March Madness is here, bringing with it a classic showdown: power versus the underdog.
Purdue, the second seed, will face off against Texas today. The Boilermakers are one of the most reliable teams remaining, showing a strong offense and solid defensive play. They made it through their first games without much hassle, easily defeating Queen’s University and then getting past Miami. Now, they’re eager to grab a spot in the Elite Eight.
On the other hand, Texas, the No. 11 seed, has captured attention with an impressive tournament run. After securing a win over North Carolina State in the First Four, the Longhorns managed to defeat two higher-seeded teams, making their way to the Sweet 16 and building momentum in their postseason journey.
Here’s what you need to know about the Texas vs. Purdue matchup:
- When: March 26th at 7:10 pm ET
- Where: SAP Center, San Jose, California
- Channel: CBS
- Streaming: DirecTV
The winner of this game will move on to the Elite Eight to face either No. 1 Arizona or No. 4 Arkansas this weekend.
Texas vs. Purdue Start Time
The game today between Texas and Purdue is slated to begin at 7:10 pm ET.
How to Watch Texas vs. Purdue for Free
If you lack cable access, you can stream Texas vs. Purdue for free on a live TV streaming service. DIRECTV offers a 5-day free trial, along with several plans that include CBS, providing flexibility with pricing and options. Subscriptions like My news ($39.99 per month) or my sports ($44.99 per month for two months) can help access various channels, including NBC.
Additionally, you can find a printable NCAA bracket featuring all 68 teams participating in March Madness 2026.
NCAA Tournament 2026 Main Dates
- Sweet 16: March 26th-27th
- Elite 8: March 28th-29th
- Final 4: April 4th
- National Championship: April 6th
