As we previously reported on eWn, a noteworthy partnership was formed between the famed fighting universe of WWE and the athletic moguls of the Indiana Sports Corporation. This partnership is determined to amalgamate three of WWE’s most anticipated mega-stadium events – the ever-vigilant WrestleMania, the heatwave known as SummerSlam, and the fortified domain of the Royal Rumble – all under the grand domes and arenas of Indianapolis.
Details regarding this synergistic agreement have been elucidated by none other than the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. According to the newsletter, the deal – much like a never-ending wrestling match – consists of more rounds, in this case events, than originally pegged.
This newfound synergy between the two sports bodies will step into the ring for the first time with the Royal Rumble 2025. Furthermore, the deal plans to give a two-night one-two punch with both SummerSlam and WrestleMania when these events come knocking at Indianapolis’ door.
The lock-in period for this partnership is carved from 2025 and stretches all the way to 2032, during which Indiana will cover WWE’s corners by compensating the wrestling giant for orchestrating RAW, SmackDown, NXT, along with other exhilarating live events held mainly within Indianapolis and neighboring cities. Regular WWE events are already graced within the dashing cities of Fort Wayne and Evansville.
While the exact dates for the two-night spectacles of SummerSlam and WrestleMania are still in the works, both teams are diligently coordinating to navigate various logistical aspects, with hotel accommodations leading the charge.
One crucial detail to be noted is that the impending RAW showdown to be held in Evansville on September 30 does not fall under the purview of the current agreement. Moreover, the WWE is planning a slew of shows at the esteemed Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
Kicking off this remarkable alliance, Lucas Oil Stadium has scored the opening sequence with hosting rights of the Royal Rumble on February 1, 2025. This much-awaited event symbolizes not just the beginning of the partnership, but a new exciting era in the realm of wrestling.