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ToggleIn a groundbreaking shift for sports entertainment, WWE is making a monumental move as Monday Night Raw transitions from traditional satellite television to the streaming giant, Netflix. This change, commencing this Monday, marks a historic moment, as it will be the first time since its inception in 1993 that WWE RAW will not be broadcast on conventional television. Instead, fans can catch the exhilarating action, starting with a premiere episode that promises a PLE-like (Premium Live Event) experience, packed with some of the biggest names in professional wrestling.
This highly anticipated debut has received an enthusiastic endorsement from various WWE wrestlers and industry analysts, who view it as a daring evolution for the promotion. The premiere will feature luminaries such as John Cena, Roman Reigns, Bianca Belair, Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, and Seth Rollins, all set to take the ring. Adding to the stakes, the episode is expected to include unexpected appearances by celebrity guests, including YouTube influencer Logan Paul and renowned rapper Travis Scott, bringing even more intrigue to an already impressive lineup.
The highly-anticipated WWE RAW Netflix debut will unfold at the state-of-the-art Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, USA. Fans can tune in when the action kicks off at 8 p.m. EST on Monday, January 6. For those who may miss the live event, Netflix will subsequently provide the episode on its platform for worldwide accessibility.
As of now, Netflix enjoys exclusive streaming rights for WWE RAW across regions such as the US, Canada, UK, and Latin America. In addition to that, the show is set to be globally accessible, ensuring fans in India and other countries do not miss out on this historic event.
In a special segment during the show, WWE superstar John Cena will be making a remarkable appearance as he commences his farewell tour. Reports suggest that Cena will be engaging in full-time competition throughout the year, ultimately planning to retire at the end of 2025.
The exciting partnership between WWE and Netflix is underscored by a staggering $5 billion deal spanning the next decade, allowing weekly episodes of Monday Night RAW to stream on the platform. Additionally, Netflix plans to showcase significant events like WrestleMania, SummerSlam, and Royal Rumble, making them available for viewers outside of the United States, thereby expanding WWE’s reach and fan engagement on a global scale.
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