Follow March Madness live as the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament continues Friday with major matchups and potential upsets across the country.

The Akron Zips face the Texas Tech Red Raiders on Friday as March Madness action continues, with the Red Raiders aiming to impose their defensive identity early in the tournament. MORE: 7 elite March Madness names competing in 2026

From early-round shocks to the intensity of the Final Four, the 2026 Women’s NCAA Tournament offers a showcase of talent, determination, and pure college basketball drama.

Otega Oweh and Kentucky survived an upset bid from Santa Clara in the first round of the 2026 Men's NCAA Tournament. Catch up here for March Madness scores and highlights:

Day 1 has already offered plenty of action, headlined by a near upset of No. 1 Duke by No. 16 Siena. The Blue Devils trailed for the majority of the game before eking out a 71-65