Ari Emanuel, CEO of Endeavor and TKO, attended Bloomberg’s Screentime conference. He discussed the WWE and NBCUniversal deal, which will move WWE SmackDown from FOX to the USA Network in October 2024.
Emanuel praised WWE for being flexible in airing its programming on any night chosen by a TV network. He also mentioned the high interest in the programming rights for Raw and NXT.
However, reports suggest that the network is unlikely to renew the rights for RAWand NXT. WrestleVotes reported that Endeavor is willing to move RAW to a different night if requested by a TV network, but WWE personnel are hoping it will stay on Monday nights.
“Regarding the rumors of RAW moving nights, Endeavor is definitely open to it, which they have stated. I can say from a backstage (off camera) standpoint there are tons of people who want RAW to continue on Mondays as is. Time will tell.”
Regarding the rumors of RAW moving nights, Endeavor is definitely open to it, which they have stated. I can say from a backstage (off camera) standpoint, there are tons of people who want RAW to continue on Mondays as is. Time will tell.
— WrestleVotes (@WrestleVotes) October 12, 2023
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The WWE and NBCUniversal deal has been making headlines recently, as it was announced that WWE SmackDown will be moving from FOX to the USA Network in October 2024. This move has sparked discussions about the future of other WWE programming, particularly Monday Night Raw (RAW) and NXT.
Ari Emanuel, CEO of Endeavor and TKO, recently attended Bloomberg’s Screentime conference where he discussed the WWE and NBCUniversal deal. He praised WWE for its flexibility in airing its programming on any night chosen by a TV network. This flexibility has garnered high interest in the programming rights for RAW and NXT.
However, reports suggest that the network is unlikely to renew the rights for RAW and NXT. WrestleVotes, a reliable source for wrestling news, reported that Endeavor is open to moving RAW to a different night if requested by a TV network. This news has left WWE personnel hoping that RAW will continue to air on Monday nights.
The rumors of RAW moving nights have sparked speculation among fans and industry insiders. Many wrestling fans have grown accustomed to watching RAW on Monday nights and may be resistant to a change in schedule. On the other hand, some fans may welcome a change, as it could provide an opportunity for a fresh start and potentially attract new viewers.
The decision ultimately lies with Endeavor and the TV networks involved. While Endeavor has expressed openness to moving RAW to a different night, there are many people within WWE who want RAW to continue on Mondays as is. Only time will tell what the future holds for Monday Night Raw.
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As the WWE and NBCUniversal deal continues to unfold, fans will be eagerly awaiting any updates regarding the future of Monday Night Raw. Whether it stays on Mondays or moves to a different night, one thing is for sure – the world of professional wrestling is always full of surprises and excitement.