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WWE's developmental brand NXT will relocate its Premium Live Events to The CW in a 20-event, multi-year deal, kicking off with this summer's Great American Bash; the events will be broadcast live on both coasts after previously streaming on Peacock and YouTube, as CW expands its live-sports portfolio.
WWE's $1.625 billion deal with ESPN will include main roster Premium Live Events, but NXT events are not currently part of the package, leaving their future broadcast options uncertain as WWE explores other avenues for these events and its library.
WWE's premium live events are moving from Peacock to ESPN earlier than planned, starting September 20, 2025, with new WWE programming also coming to Peacock. This shift is part of a strategic partnership between WWE, ESPN, and NBCUniversal, with ESPN launching a new streaming app on August 21, 2025. The change affects major events like WrestleMania, SummerSlam, and others, while WWE's weekly shows remain on other platforms.
WWE moved its Premium Live Events from Peacock to ESPN after accepting a $325 million annual deal, surpassing Peacock's offer of around $275 million, with discussions of a separate WrestleMania package. The switch aims to reach more fans with ESPN's technology, but fans are concerned about the new $29.99/month cost and potential use of VPNs. WWE's decision was driven by the higher offer from ESPN, ending its partnership with Peacock since 2021.