Women’s March Madness Odds 2026: UConn Major Favorite; South Carolina, UCLA Trail

UConn doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon, with the Huskies leading the Women's March Madness odds after winning their first NCAA Tournament in nearly a decade under head coach Geno Auriemma last season.

The Huskies are -190 favorites to win March Madness, thanks to the play of arguably the best one-two punch in the country, Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd. Trailing the Huskies are South Carolina (+850), UCLA (+850), and Texas (+1000).

With the college basketball season at its midway point, UConn has a long way to go to win a second straight championship, but the Huskies have gotten off to a best-case scenario start. 

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Odds via FanDuel.

• South Carolina: +230
• UConn: +310
• Texas: +850
• UCLA: +900
• LSU: +1100
• USC: +1100
• Notre Dame: +1100
• Duke: +2500
• Tennessee: +3000
• TCU: +3000

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❓Women's March Madness FAQs

Who is the Women's March Madness favorite?

UConn (-190) is the favorite to win March Madness, with an implied win probability of 65.52%, according to our odds calculator. 

Who won Women's March Madness last year?

The UConn Huskies defeated the South Carolina Hawkeyes, 82-59, in last year's national title game.

When does Women's March Madness 2026 start?

The women's NCAA Tournament begins on March 18 with the First Four.

When will Women's March Madness be decided?

The 2026 national championship game will take place on Sunday, April 5.

Where will Women's March Madness be played?

The 2026 Final Four and national championship game will be held at PHX Arena in Phoenix.