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🚨 WrestleMania Joins ESPN’s New Streaming Platform in 2026 — A Game-Changing Deal for WWE Fans!

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📢 Big News for WWE Fans! Starting in 2026, WrestleMania, SummerSlam & More Will Stream Exclusively on ESPN’s New Direct-to-Consumer Platform

In a monumental move for sports and entertainment streaming, WWE and ESPN have announced a landmark partnership that will bring WrestleMania, SummerSlam, and other Premium Live Events (PLEs) to ESPN’s new direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming service beginning in 2026.

This means that WrestleMania will no longer be available on Peacock from 2026, but will instead have a new exclusive home in the U.S. — ESPN’s premium streaming platform.

📺 What’s Included in the WWE & ESPN Deal?

Starting in 2026, WWE’s biggest annual events will stream live on ESPN’s new platform:

WrestleMania (Two-night event)
SummerSlam
Royal Rumble
Survivor Series
Money in the Bank

And that’s not all — ESPN will also stream WWE’s pre- and post-event shows for all these major events, bringing fans even closer to the action with exclusive content and expert analysis.

🗣️ “WWE has an immense, devoted and passionate fanbase that we’re excited to super-serve on our new ESPN DTC platform,” said Jimmy Pitaro, Chairman of ESPN.

💬 What WWE & ESPN Executives Are Saying

This partnership marks a massive evolution in WWE’s digital distribution, and both companies are all in:

🔥 “We are proud to reinforce the ‘E’ in ESPN at such an exciting juncture,” said Mark Shapiro, President & COO of TKO.
“This is about storytelling, athleticism, and can’t-miss experiences — exactly what ESPN represents.”

WWE fans can expect top-tier production, exclusive access, and a seamless digital experience tailored for die-hard wrestling lovers.

💵 Pricing & Launch Date: What You Need to Know

Service Launch Date: 🗓️ August 21, 2026
Monthly Subscription Price: 💰 $29.99/month
What You Get:
- All 7 of ESPN’s domestic linear networks
- ESPN on ABC
- Premium streaming content
- WWE’s top-tier events (exclusive in U.S.)

🧠 What This Means for WWE Fans

This move is a huge leap forward in how fans will consume WWE content:

✅ Higher-quality streams
✅ Exclusive coverage
✅ Interactive pre- and post-shows
✅ Integration into a broader sports content ecosystem

If you’re a wrestling fan, subscribing to ESPN’s upcoming service will be non-negotiable if you want full access to WWE’s biggest spectacles.

🏁 Final Word

This partnership between WWE and ESPN is more than just a content deal — it’s a bold step into the future of sports streaming. Whether you’re a long-time WWE Universe member or a casual viewer, 2026 is set to be a historic year for wrestling entertainment.

Stay tuned with Sportspidia.com for all the latest updates on WWE events, ESPN streaming features, and more breaking sports media news.

📣 Let us know in the comments — Are you excited for WWE on ESPN? Will you be subscribing in 2026?
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