WWE moves NXT premium events from Peacock to The CW
WWE's developmental league, NXT, will begin airing its Premium Live Events (PLEs) on The CW broadcast network for the first time. The events, which will be free to watch, are leaving the Peacock streaming service and YouTube.
Key Takeaways
- NXT Premium Live Events will be free on The CW.
- This is the first time NXT PLEs will air on broadcast TV.
- The events are leaving Peacock streaming service and YouTube.
- NXT is WWE’s developmental league.
Why It Matters
NXT PLEs moving to The CW puts WWE’s developmental events on free broadcast television instead of Peacock and YouTube. That changes the distribution mix for a property that had been streamed, and it gives The CW a live sports-entertainment package it can promote on-air. The immediate signal is a shift from digital-first access to broadcast reach. What to watch next is whether WWE or The CW disclose a start date, event count, or any additional rights terms for the deal.
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