The 2025 Men’s Final Four tips off April 5 at San Antonio’s Alamodome and CBS’s top broadcast crew is ready to electrify the airwaves. Ian Eagle, Bill Raftery, Grant Hill and Tracy Wolfson will call the action bringing fans every heart pounding moment. With top seeds battling their voices will amplify the March Madness crescendo.
Florida, Duke, Auburn and Houston have clinched their spots. CBS, holding rights in odd years pairs this elite crew for both semifinals and the April 7 championship. Their chemistry and expertise promise to match the intensity of this chalk heavy 2025 tournament.
Final Four Matchups and Their Announcers
Game 1: Florida Gators vs. Auburn Tigers – 6:09 p.m. ET
The first semifinal pits No. 1 Florida against No.1 Auburn, airing live on CBS. Ian Eagle handles play-by-play joined by analysts Bill Raftery and Grant Hill, with Tracy Wolfson on the sidelines. This seasoned team will capture every dunk and drama streaming on Paramount+ and NCAA March Madness Live.
Game 2: Duke Blue Devils vs. Houston Cougars – 8:49 p.m. ET
Duke and Houston, both No. 1 seeds, clash in the second game, also on CBS. Eagle’s crisp calls, Raftery’s flair, Hill’s insight, and Wolfson’s updates will bring this heavyweight bout to life. Scheduled for a late tip, their broadcast will keep fans glued through the final buzzer of this epic showdown.
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Ian Eagle: Ian Eagle, 56 took over CBS’s lead role in 2024 after Jim Nantz’s exit. A Syracuse grad, he’s called Nets games and the NFL for decades. Known as “The Bird,” his smooth, energetic delivery sets the tone, making every play feel monumental for the 2025 Final Four audience.
Bill Raftery: Bill Raftery, 81, brings over 30 years of CBS experience starting in 1987. A former Seton Hall coach, his catchphrases like “Onions!” for clutch shots are legendary. His tactical breakdowns and infectious joy will elevate the Florida-Auburn and Duke-Houston games with unmatched charisma.
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Grant Hill: Grant Hill, 52 a Duke champ in ’91 and ’92 joined CBS-Turner in 2015. An NBA Hall of Famer, he offers a modern analysis of athleticism and strategy. Paired with Raftery, Hill’s insights will shine as he dissects Houston’s defense or Florida’s offense in real-time.
Tracy Wolfson: Tracy Wolfson, 50 a Michigan alum has been CBS’s sideline star since 2004. Covering the Final Four, she’ll deliver coach interviews and injury news. Her concise, poised reports will keep viewers connected to the court’s pulse during both semifinal matchups.
This crew’s synergy is no accident as Ian Eagle’s steady hand guides Raftery’s exuberance and Hill’s precision while Wolfson ties it all together. As San Antonio hosts its second straight Final Four their broadcast will echo through history especially if Duke’s stars or Houston’s grit claim the crown on April 7.
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