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ESPN has secured a five-year, $1.625 billion deal for U.S. rights to WWE's premium live events, starting in 2026. This surpasses NBCUniversal's Peacock's previous $180 million annual deal. All 10 yearly events will stream on ESPN's new streaming platform, with select events simulcast on linear networks. Both ESPN and WWE see this partnership as a key step in expanding their respective audiences, targeting younger, more diverse demographics.

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