What channel is Iowa State vs. Syracuse on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch NCAA women's game

Who will come out on top when No. 9 Syracuse faces No. 8 Iowa State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament?

Syracuse is 2-0 all-time against Iowa State, with its most recent win coming during the 2023-24 season.

After a losing season last year, Syracuse has bounced back under coach Felisha Legette-Jack. The Orange have been led by Uche Ihezue, who has made an impact as both a scorer and a force on the glass and defensively.

Iowa State opened the season on an undefeated run before suffering its first loss in early January. The Cyclones are led by standout center Audi Crooks, who ranks among the team’s leaders in nearly every major offensive category.

Here’s everything you need to know about Saturday’s matchup between Iowa State and Syracuse, including start time and broadcast information.

What channel is Iowa State vs. Syracuse on today?

• TV channel: ESPN2
• Live stream: ESPN app, Fubo

Iowa State vs. Syracuse will be available on ESPN2. Ryan Ruocco and Rebecca Lobo will be on the call, with Holly Rowe acting as the sideline reporter

Fans looking to stream Iowa State vs. Syracuse can watch live on the ESPN app, which will carry every NCAA women’s basketball tournament game in 2026.

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Fans can also stream the game via Fubo, which offers a free trial to new subscribers so you can try before you buy. 

Iowa State vs. Syracuse start time

• Date: Saturday, March 21
• Time: 5:30 p.m. ET

The NCAA women’s tournament game between Iowa State and Syracuse is set to tip off at 5:30 p.m. ET from the Harry A. Gampel Pavilion in Storrs, Connecticut.

Iowa State returns to the NCAA Tournament, looking to make it to the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since 2022.

Syracuse did not make it to the NCAA Tournament last season. The Orange attempt to make it to the Sweet Sixteen for the first time in ten years.

Iowa State vs. Syracuse radio coverage

• Radio station: SiriusXM

Listen to Iowa State vs. Syracuse in the 2026 NCAA women's basketball tournament live on the SiriusXM app or on channel 81 in vehicles.

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Women’s March Madness bracket 2026

Check the Sporting News women’s NCAA Tournament live bracket for the latest final scores and next-round matchups.

When is the Women's Final Four in 2026?

• Date: April 3 and 5
• Location: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix

The 2025 Women's Final Four is set for April 3 and 5 at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix. The semifinals will be played Friday night and the national championship game is set for Sunday afternoon. 

Women’s March Madness tournament schedule 2026

Here is the round-by-round schedule for the 2026 NCAA women’s basketball tournament:

Related links

• 2025 Women's March Madness bracket, scores
• Latest women's college basketball news