How To Watch the Cure Bowl: Old Dominion vs. South Florida
Get ready for the 2025 Cure Bowl
Most college football games are about rivalry trophies or conference supremacy, but the StaffDNA Cure Bowl hits different.
It’s the only bowl game primarily dedicated to raising funds and awareness for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, which gives the entire event a unique visual identity. I always get a kick out of seeing 300-pound linemen wearing pink accessories and gloves. It’s a great reminder that college football can be a force for good while still delivering the hard-hitting action we crave.
This year, it’ll be Old Dominion vs. South Florida matching up for this bowl game. Beyond the philanthropy, this game is a bit of a cult classic for die-hard fans because of its timing. It usually occupies a “mid-week matinee” slot that creates the perfect excuse to leave the office early or set up a second monitor at your desk. Because these games rarely see the mass player opt-outs that plague the bigger bowls, you get a field filled with guys who genuinely want to be there.
If you’re trying to figure out how to catch this mid-week showdown, you are in the right place. I’ve broken down exactly which channel you need, the best streaming plans to catch the action, and how to stream the game if you’re stuck away from your living room TV.
What channel shows the Cure Bowl?
Best TV plans for watching the Cure Bowl
If you are looking for the most comprehensive way to watch the Cure Bowl and the rest of the college football postseason, I recommend signing up for Hulu + Live TV. It includes ESPN for this game, but you also get ABC, FOX, CBS, and the major conference networks for the rest of bowl season. Plus, it comes bundled with ESPN Select and Disney+, so you have a massive library of on-demand content to keep you entertained once the final whistle blows.
For fans who are strictly budget-conscious and only want to see this specific matchup, subscribing directly to ESPN Unlimited is your best bet. With this standalone subscription, you can get literally all of ESPN and bypass the expensive live TV bundles entirely. It is the cheapest way to legally watch the game, period.
If you need a middle ground that offers more live channels than the standalone app but costs less than Hulu, I suggest checking out Sling TV. The Sling Orange plan includes ESPN and is significantly cheaper than most cable replacements. It is a solid option if you want to catch the Cure Bowl and other ESPN bowl games without paying for local channels you might already get with an antenna.
How to watch the Cure Bowl FAQ
How can I watch the Cure Bowl for free?
Because the game is on ESPN, there is no permanent free avenue. But you can sign up for a free trial of a live TV streaming service like Fubo or YouTube TV to catch the game without paying up front.
Can I stream the Cure Bowl on the ESPN app?
Yes, you can stream the game on the ESPN app by authenticating with your TV provider credentials or by logging in with your ESPN Unlimited subscription.
Where is the Cure Bowl played?
The Cure Bowl takes place at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. Home to a few other bowl games, the historic venue offers a larger stage than the Cure Bowl's previous homes.
What conferences play in the Cure Bowl?
The game features a primary tie-in with the Sun Belt Conference, which typically faces off against a team from the Group of Five pool, including the AAC, CUSA, MAC, or Mountain West.
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Our CableTV.com editorial team researched the Cure Bowl’s official broadcast rights and cross-referenced them with the channel lineups of every major TV provider. We then selected our viewing recommendations based on our hands-on testing, identifying the most cost-effective and straightforward ways for you to watch the game.
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