Ohio State vs. TCU radio coverage: Station, channel, streaming to listen live to March Madness game

An intense first-round matchup between No. 8 Ohio State and No. 9 TCU will kick things off for the NCAA Tournament Thursday. If you can't watch on TV, tune into the action on the radio.

As college hoops fans know, a No. 8/ No. 9 matchup can go either way. Both these programs had uncertain futures in the beginning of the season, but stepped it up to ensure their spot in the big dace come March.

The Buckeyes had 11 losses before March, but went on a four-game winning streak in the Big Ten tournament to secure a No. 8 seed. Similarly, TCU closed its regular season with a 9-2 run to clinch a spot in Greenville.

The likely reward for whichever program can snag a victory? No. 1 Duke. 

Here's how to listen to No. 8 Ohio State vs. No. 9 TCU on the radio, including station and start time for the NCAA Tournament first-round matchup.

Ohio State vs. TCU radio coverage

• Radio station: SiriusXM channel 201

Fans can listen to the Ohio State vs. TCU broadcast live on the SiriusXM app or on channel 201 in vehicles.

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Ohio State vs. TCU start time

• Date: Thursday, March 19
• Time: 12:15 p.m. ET | 11:15 a.m. CT

Ohio State vs. TCU will tip off at 12:15 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 19.

The game will be played at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.

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