With the conference tournaments and the First Four now in the rear-view mirror, it's time to celebrate the excitement that is the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Houston, Alabama, Kansas, Purdue, Texas and UCLA all rate among the favorites to win this year's March Madness, but history shows that anything can happen in this tourney – which is why you will want to lock in some of the March Madness betting promos outlined below.
Five of those six favorites play on Thursday (Purdue being the lone exception), so this Round 1 of 16 games will give fans a clue as to how this tournament might progress.
Those with a penchant for adding some gambling flavor to these contests have multiple ways to do so, as there are many sports betting apps out there offering thousands of dollars worth of potential bonuses. Here are the best March Madness betting promos for Round 1, with insights into the offers they have as well as details for areas these sportsbooks specialize in.
Best March Madness Betting Promos for Round 1 Thursday Action
| Betting Promo | Code | Bonus |
| Caesars Sportsbook | SBWIREFULL | $1,250 First-Bet Insurance |
| BetMGM promo code | WIREMARCH | Get $200 in Bonus Bets when you wager $10 on March Matchups |
| DraftKings | None needed | Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets Instantly |
| FanDuel | None needed | Get 10X your bet up to $200 |
| WynnBET | XSBWIRE | Bet $100, Get $100 |
| BetRivers | SPORTS | 2nd Chance Bet up to $100 |
New customers who sign up for the BetMGM bonus code WIREMARCH will get $200 in bonus bets for making a $10 pre-game moneyline wager on any team in the tournament – regardless if that first bet wins or loses. The bonus come in the form of four $50 bonus bets, has a 1x playthrough and expires in seven days.