WWE announced the new date and location for NXT Battleground. WWE issued the following:
WWE® & UFC® JOIN FORCES TO BRING NXT BATTLEGROUND TO
UFC APEX ON SUNDAY, JUNE 9
Limited Premium VIP Seating Available Through Exclusive Partner On Location
STAMFORD, Conn., April 22, 2024 – WWE®, part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), in partnership with UFC® today announced that NXT Battleground will emanate from UFC APEX in Las Vegas on Sunday, June 9. This marks the first-ever WWE event to be hosted at the state-of-the-art, 130,000-square-foot event and production facility, which is home to UFC Fight Night events, Dana White’s Contender Series and more.
“We are always exploring new frontiers to showcase NXT and we are excited to bring Battleground to this world-class event and production facility in partnership with UFC,” said WWE Senior Vice President of Talent Development Creative Shawn Michaels.
Limited NXT Battleground Priority Passes will soon be available through exclusive partner On Location, giving fans the chance to be ringside for every exhilarating moment, including premium seating, all-inclusive pre-show hospitality with WWE Superstar appearances, ringside photo opportunities, and much more. Starting today, fans can place a deposit to secure access ahead of the general public, as well as register for exclusive pre-sale opportunities. To learn more or to place a deposit, please visit https://onlocationexp.com/battleground.
About WWE
WWE® is an integrated media organization and the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. The company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, premium live events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in 25 languages through world-class distribution partners including NBCUniversal, FOX Sports, TNT Sports, Sony India and Rogers. The award-winning WWE Network includes all premium live events, scheduled programming and a massive video-on-demand library and is currently available in approximately 165 countries. In the United States, NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock, is the exclusive home to WWE Network. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com.
About UFC
UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.
WWE Announces NXT Battleground to Take Place at UFC APEX in Las Vegas
In an exciting collaboration, WWE and UFC have joined forces to bring NXT Battleground to the UFC APEX in Las Vegas on Sunday, June 9. This marks the first-ever WWE event to be hosted at the state-of-the-art, 130,000-square-foot event and production facility.
The announcement was made by WWE Senior Vice President of Talent Development Creative Shawn Michaels, who expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership and the opportunity to showcase NXT in a world-class venue. The UFC APEX is known for hosting UFC Fight Night events, Dana White’s Contender Series, and more.
Fans will have the chance to secure limited NXT Battleground Priority Passes through exclusive partner On Location. These passes will provide fans with ringside seats for every exhilarating moment of the event. In addition to premium seating, pass holders will enjoy all-inclusive pre-show hospitality with appearances by WWE Superstars, ringside photo opportunities, and much more.
Starting today, fans can place a deposit to secure their access ahead of the general public. They can also register for exclusive pre-sale opportunities. To learn more or place a deposit, fans can visit the official website of On Location.
WWE is an integrated media organization and the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. With a commitment to family-friendly programming, WWE delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. Their TV-PG programming is available in over 1 billion households worldwide in 25 languages through distribution partners like NBCUniversal, FOX Sports, TNT Sports, Sony India, and Rogers. The award-winning WWE Network offers premium live events and a vast video-on-demand library in approximately 165 countries. In the United States, WWE Network is exclusively available on NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock.
UFC, on the other hand, is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), boasting over 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. They produce more than 40 live events annually in prestigious arenas worldwide, reaching over 975 million households across 170 countries. UFC’s roster features the best MMA athletes from over 80 countries. Their digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, a leading streaming service for combat sports.
This collaboration between WWE and UFC promises to be a thrilling event for fans of both organizations. With NXT Battleground taking place at the UFC APEX, it is sure to be an unforgettable experience for wrestling and MMA enthusiasts alike. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to witness this historic event live in Las Vegas on June 9.