Will you subscribe to ESPN’s new service to watch WWE Premium Live Events?
ESPN Lands Exclusive WWE Streaming Rights in $1.6 Billion Deal
ESPN and WWE have struck a landmark five-year deal worth $1.6 billion, making ESPN the exclusive U.S. home for WWE’s Premium Live Events starting in 2026. This means major shows like WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, SummerSlam, and Survivor Series will move from Peacock to ESPN’s upcoming direct-to-consumer streaming service, launching August 21, 2025, at $29.99/month. Some events will also simulcast on ESPN’s cable channels. The deal, part of WWE parent TKO Group Holdings’ strategy, aims to integrate WWE into Disney’s sports ecosystem while boosting ESPN’s appeal to a younger, passionate fanbase. While fans welcome the high-profile move, some question whether the higher subscription price will impact accessibility.
Options
- Yes, for WWE events
- Yes, for WWE and other sports
- No, too expensive
- No, not interested in WWE