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NXT: Revenge preview for 04/14/2026

NXT will have its Revenge special episode tonight, the first of two, airing live on The CW starting at 8PM ET and on Netflix internationally.

Two titles will be on the line in week one as part of the four matches which have been announced so far. These are:

  • Tony D’Angelo vs Ethan Page for the NXT title
  • Lola Vice vs Jacy Jayne for the NXT Women’s title
  • Jaida Parker vs Kelani Jordan
  • EK Prosper vs Dorian Van Dux in a WWE Speed tournament match

Plus, former NXT champion Joe Hendry will be in concert!

Raw views for 04/06/2026

Raw

The April 6 episode of Raw drew 2,900,000 global views on Netflix, a drop of around 100,000 viewers from the prior week but right on the average for the whole year so far.

Raw placed #6 on the global top 10 chart and had 5,500,000 viewing hours registered based on an edited episode of 1 hour and 46 minutes.

The show charted in the top 10 in 17 different countries for the week including Bahrain, Bahamas, Bolivia, Bulgaria, Canada, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Guatemala, India, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Sri Lanka, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom, and United States.

Italy, which started getting the full WWE programming slate on Netflix, did not register for the first Raw.

El Grande Americano mask vs mask match announced for May 30

WWE AAA

The mask vs mask match featuring the two El Grande Americanos has been confirmed for Saturday, May 30 at the Noche de los Grandes AAA event.

The Undertaker, who is running point at AAA for WWE, confirmed the date in a post on X.

“Circle the date on your calendars!,” Undertaker said. “Mask vs. Mask will take place at #AAANocheDeLosGrandes on May 30th at Arena Monterrey. This will be intense!”

Ludwig Kaiser’s Americano challenged Chad Gable’s Americano to the mask vs mask match on Friday’s episode of AAA on FOX. The segment, which had the two brawling all over the place, was widely praised and the crowd was going bonkers, especially after the challenge was issued.

Michael Cole and The Miz to host the WWE Hall of Fame 2026 ceremony

Raw commentator Michael Cole and WWE Superstar The Miz will be the hosts of the WWE Hall of Fame 2026 induction ceremony this Friday.

Friday’s date also coincides with The Miz hosting the new American Gladiators show on Prime Video, which might have played into the decision.

The Hall of Fame will be taking place from the Dolby Live theater at MGM Park starting at 9PM PT or Midnight ET. It will air on the ESPN Unlimited app in the United States and on YouTube everywhere else.

Hundreds of tickets remain available through Ticketmaster.com starting from $101.31.

WWE returning to South America for four-day tour in September

WWE Live

WWE today announced that it is returning to South American in September for a four-day tour in Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina, and Chile. The Raw brand will be on this tour, with Stephanie Vaquer, Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, Oba Femi, and Gunther currently advertised.

This will be the company’s first event in Ecuador in 10 years and first return in seven years in the other three countries.

The tour will start on Wednesday, September 9 at the Coliseo General Ruminahui in Quito, Ecuador. The following night on Thursday, September 10 it’s off to Bogota, Colombia at the Movistar Arena. On Friday, September 11, WWE moves to Santiago, Chile at the Movistar Arena before finishing off the tour on Saturday, September 12 also at the Movistar Arena in Santiago, Chile.

Fans can register at http://wwe.com/south-american-tour for the pre-sale information.

Shawn Michaels joins the WWE World at WrestleMania 42 line up

WWE World 2026

Shawn Michaels is the latest to join the WWE World line up at WrestleMania 42.

The Heartbreak Kid will be meeting fans for photo ops on Friday, April 17 and will also be signing autographs.

A photo will set you back $304.11 while an autograph is $293.21. He is one of the most expensive at WWE World overall.

Tickets to meet the WWE Hall of Famer are available now. A separate WWE World entry ticket is required.

Charlotte Flair talks carving own destiny, powerlifting, in-ring persona and more on Page Six Radio

Charlotte Flair spoke with hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real on SiriusXM’s Page Six Radio.

During the interview, Charlotte discusses her goal of proving that female athletes, like men, can continue to get better with age and remain in their prime. She also talks about how her approach to her body has shifted from raw powerlifting to a focus on branding, aesthetics, and self-confidence.

Additionally, she reflects on being a “nepo baby” due to her father’s wrestling career, how she carved out her own identity, and her dad’s evolution into her biggest fan.

SiriusXM’s Page Six Radio, is hosted by Page Six’s Danny Murphy, Evan Real and editor Ian Mohr. Page Six Radio on SiriusXM’s Stars (ch.109) airs daily from 8:00 am to 10:00 am ET and any time on the SiriusXM app.

Charlotte Flair on her in-ring persona and her real life out of the ring

Evan Real: How does the real life you compare to the ring version of Charlotte?

Charlotte Flair: Oh, Charlotte’s so put together. I am not.

Evan Real: Okay, that’s okay. It’s good to be messy sometimes. You know what I mean? Yes.

Danny Murphy: Hey, you’re put together enough to get two facials a month.

Evan Real: Yeah, look at that.

Danny Murphy: That’s an organized Google Cal. You know what I mean? That has to be something. And you have a watch, so you know what time it is.

Evan Real: There you go.

Danny Murphy: So, hey, you’re not giving yourself enough credit, I feel.

Charlotte Flair: No, I do know. No, I know, ever evolving.

Danny Murphy: But because you did say it was a milestone birthday 40, what are you hoping to usher into your 40s? Like do you feel like do something where you’re like, “Okay, this is a new decade, a new opportunity.” Like what do we hope to seize?

Charlotte Flair: Everything.

Danny Murphy: Very queen of you.

Charlotte Flair: Everything.

Danny Murphy: Very queen. Oh, that is very fun.

Charlotte Flair: I don’t know like you look at all those statistics and they’re like entrepreneurs, you know, 42, 43, like there’s so much more life to live. But in our industry, you know, I helped set the standard in 2015 when we debuted. And because where I’m at and being 40 and I’ve had this incredible career, I also hope that just because I turned 40 and I’ve been on the road for 10 years that that’s not, you know, being a female that the men get better with age. And I think we as women do, too. And I hope I help set that bar and that standard for female athletes that like it’s not over, you’re still in your prime or that you know you are forever in your prime as long as you want to.

Charlotte Flair on body image, personal evolution, and elevating her ring gear

Evan Real: As someone who is so focused on nutrition and working out and you’re in a career that is so physical, how would you say your like evolution with body image has changed since you started your career?

Charlotte Flair: Oh, night and day. I wish I knew now what I knew then. But I also like then again it’s like part of that like don’t look in the past. Like I was just so focused on, when I first started being the best wrestler like wrestling wrestling. I really didn’t think about in terms of branding or body. Like I was super strong, which was great. I was like 35 lbs heavier. Not saying that was bad because I definitely feel like my strength and my power and all those years got me to where I am today. But now it’s like I love, you know, showing up to work going, you know what, I know I’m going to look like a baddie today. Like the hair, the nails, like all those like things. I love putting the effort and the investment. I’ve always had robes and great gears, but like I feel like I’ve taken it to the next level since I’ve come back. And then I had a trainer from 2015 to 17, but it was definitely powerlifting. And then when I came back to work last year, I was like, you know what? I’m going to get my own trainer that I’m going to train with for I don’t bodybuild, but like mixed in bodybuilding and different functional training. It’s just investing in yourself. So, I love it. Danny Murphy: And with investing in yourself, you were talking about how, you know, that’s 360 with the looks and everything like that. Have you been able to kind of collaborate and talk through some of the fun looks that you get to wear for that?

Charlotte Flair: I pretty much well, we’ve been when we first started, it took him it took him about a year to get me in certain because you like you’re set in your ways. But now he just like shows up like because from 2015 to 2019 like I don’t think I ever wore a crop top. Now I’m in here in like a bikini top. Like I should probably put more clothes on.

Danny Murphy: Only because it’s very cold outside. But I love that you’re like spring is here. I don’t give a shit.

Charlotte Flair: Like crop tops for life where like for the first like I’m more confident now in my body and the way I look and everything than I was when I started. For instance, I love butterflies. He’s been trying to put butterflies and little things or like I love baggy jeans so he’ll incorporate baggie jeans and some of the stuff on TV. But now, like two weeks ago, he was like, “I love that you’re just like letting me paint your nose green.” Whereas before I’d be like, “You can’t use this lipstick.”

Charlotte Flair on family legacy, the “Nepo Baby” label, and building a stronger connection with her father

Evan Real: Was wrestling always the dream? Was this always on your vision board?

Charlotte Flair: No.

Evan Real: And so how did it-

Charlotte Flair: My brother.

Evan Real: Oh, he’s like, “Why don’t you give it give this a try?” And then so what happens next? Do you just like submit an audition tape and then the next day you’re a diva? Like how does it work out? Because I’m like how do I apply?

Charlotte Flair: Well, I’m like number one Nepo baby. My dad was a wrestler which we all know. So obviously it was easier to get in the door, but once I was given that opportunity, the chip on my shoulder has always been there. So I was like, I approached wrestling as I did volleyball, gymnastics, diving, basketball. I mean, I did all the different things that I did. Oh, I’ll start cheerleading growing up. So I didn’t necessarily approach wrestling like, “I’m going to be a diva.” I’m like, yeah, I approach it as like athleticism has always been my strong suit and I loved it and I’m a very competitive person. So from when my first practice or like the first day at FCW, it was like a conditioning drill and I was like, well, I want to be the best at the conditioning drill. So, like taking that mindset and then turning the career into what it was. I was definitely not a diva when I started. Absolutely not.

Danny Murphy: When you first started, did your dad give you good advice or he was like why are you doing this to yourself?

Charlotte Flair: Because my brothers wanted to be wrestlers and I was never into it, I don’t think he knew how to approach or give advice. I mean, he was like, “Oh, you’d be good at it.” But I don’t think he even gave the women the time or day that they deserved. And then it even took him, I think, like two years to even get into what I was doing. But I think that’s I think that’s important. Like it’s a good thing.

Danny Murphy: Yeah. And then you were able to like form your own identity without and you’re like, “Okay, he’s ignoring me, but it’s a good thing because I can do my stuff” and he’s not watching over your back too much or anything.

Charlotte Flair: And now he like won’t shut up.

Evan Real: Does he pay attention to the women in wrestling?

Charlotte Flair: Too much.

Evan Real: Okay. Okay. Good. Now he’s fully a fan.

Charlotte Flair: Biggest fan.

Danny Murphy: I love that. Wow. You have to tell him you’re like, “Okay, don’t get in the comments.” Or does he?

Charlotte Flair: Yes.

Danny Murphy: I missed that. Oh my god. What? Wait, but are you kind do you kind of love it when your dad claps back at someone?

Charlotte Flair: No. No.

Evan Real: What’s the most like embarrassing thing he’s ever said in a comment on?

Charlotte Flair: Everything. But it’s not comments. It’s on podcast or rants or like anything. He like ruins it for me. I’m like, “Dad, I think you make people not like me by how much you like me.”

Evan Real: But that is so sweet.

Charlotte Flair: Is it?

Evan Real: I think so.

Updated number of WrestleMania 42 tickets with four days to go

WrestleMania 42

The latest ticket numbers for WrestleMania 42 show that WWE is below their usual 1,000+ a day which is typical for the last week of a big stadium event.

According to @WrestleTix, WrestleMania Saturday has moved just over 2,105 tickets in four days and the total now stands at 42,715. WrestleMania Sunday moved only 625 tickets in four days and is at 43,394 as of today.

The Allegiant Stadium is currently configured for 45,767 seats so with just four days to go, WWE has not even sold out of their initial allocation.

The cheapest tickets for either Saturday or Sunday is $215.50. The cheapest for a combo seat is $341.20 and that is without applying any discount codes.

Applying the discount code REBELS brings the cheapest for Saturday and Sunday to $153.95 and combo to $289.85.

WWE Superstars and crew arrive in Las Vegas for Mania week

All the WWE Superstars and crew are now in Las Vegas to start a very busy and hectic week full of events, appearances, and meeting members of the community.

Practically the whole roster will be available for meet and greets at WWE World. While most of them will be paid, there will be a lot on Superstar Row, which is the free meet and greet at WWE World.

Several members of the roster will also be doing community events throughout the week, meeting children, visiting hospitals, etc.

If you see a WWE Superstar roaming out in the street, remember, be respectful. There’s not much free time for any of them during the week and many will be making the most out of it with their respective families in town. If you see them at a restaurant eating or even spending time with their loved ones, try and not approach. There are plenty of opportunities to meet your favorite WWE Superstars at meet and greets!

Full list of free WWE Superstars meet and greets in Las Vegas

While the whole roster will be on hand at WWE World throughout the weekend to meet fans, sign autographs, and pose for photos, many of the Superstars will also have other meet and greets with WWE sponsors throughout the city.

These are free meet and greets and no purchase is required, however it’s on first come first serve basis and lines could be very, very long with no guarantee of admission.

The following is a list of known WWE meets and greets which will be available around the city.

  • Chelsea Green
    Caesars Palace
    Wednesday, April 15, 12PM to 2PM
    Sponsored by Wheatley Vodka
  • Trick Williams
    Total Wine & More (6885 S Las Vegas Blvd)
    Wednesday, April 15, 3PM to 5PM
    Sponsored by Wheatley Vodka
  • Nattie
    Albertsons (201 S Stephanie St, Henderson)
    Wednesday, April 15, 3PM to 5PM
    Sponsored by Minute Maid
  • Stephanie Vaquer
    Cricket Wireless (2101 N Rainbow Blvd #100)
    Wednesday, April 15, 4PM to 6PM
    Sponsored by Cricket wireless
  • Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair
    Lee’s Discount Liquor (4230 S Rainbow Blvd)
    Wednesday, April 15, 6PM to 8PM
    Sponsored by Wheatley Vodka
  • Kiana James and Giulia
    Luxor Hotel
    Thursday, April 16, 10AM to 12PM
    Sponsored by Wheatley Vodka
  • Jey Uso
    Walmart Supercenter #1560 (6005 S Eastern Ave)
    Thursday, April 16, 9AM to 11AM
    Sponsored by Minute Maid
  • Bayley
    Lee’s Discount Liquor (4230 S Rainbow Blvd)
    Wednesday, April 16, 5PM to 7PM
    Sponsored by Mad Dog
  • Bayley
    The Strat Hotel
    Friday, April 17, 2:30PM to 4:30PM
    Sponsored by Wheatley Vodka
  • El Grande Americano
    Stadium Swim at Circa Resort
    Friday, April 17, 10AM to 12PM
    Sponsored by Wheatley Vodka
  • LA Knight
    Friday, April 17, 1PM to 3PM
    Golden Circle Sports Bar (3300 S Las Vegas Blvd)
    Sponsored by Wheatley Vodka
  • Gunther
    The Strat Hotel
    Friday, April 17, 6PM to 8PM
    Sponsored by Wheatley Vodka
  • Tiffany Stratton
    Hard Rock Cafe
    Monday, April 20, 1PM to 3PM
    Sponsored by Wheatley Vodka

This list will be updated as more are announced.

First matches for each WrestleMania 42 night on ESPN announced

WWE ESPN

The opening matches for WrestleMania 42 Saturday and Sunday were revealed last night on Raw.

On Saturday, Logan Paul, Austin Theory, and IShowSpeed versus The Usos and Honorary Uce LA Knight will kick off the broadcast, while the clash of giants between Oba Femi and Brock Lesnar will start the Sunday show.

For the first time ever in WrestleMania history, the first hour of each show will also air on linear television as part of the new agreement with ESPN.

WrestleMania Saturday will screen on ESPN2 and WrestleMania Sunday will air on ESPN. Both broadcasts will have two matches on them and then they continue on the ESPN Unlimited app.

For international viewers, everything will air on Netflix.

WWE announces the launch of Club WWE

Club WWE

WWE yesterday officially unveiled Club WWE, a new program which supposedly will bring fans closer to the WWE product through a membership.

The club will include access to:

  • Exclusive 24-hour ticket pre-sale to WWE events around the world and tailored perks at featured events including hospitality opportunities and entrances
  • Members-only WWE Shop featuring exclusive collections and early access to merchandise drops like John Cena’s upcoming Never Seen 17 collection
  • Bonus WWE content featuring inside scoops, extended cuts, behind-the-scenes footage, and more
  • Dedicated members-only community forum connecting fans around the world like never before
  • Points-based rewards system allowing fans to earn credits to redeem against digital and physical goods.
  • And premium welcome pack for founding members

What WWE did not announce yet is a price but fans can pre-register their interest at https://www.wwe.com/clubwwe.

The program has been teased on WWE television for the past couple of weeks but it was announced last night through a video on Raw narrated by John Cena.

“Our fans are the heartbeat of WWE, and everything we do begins with them,” said 17-time WWE Champion John Cena. “Club WWE is about bringing that connection to life in a bigger way – through exclusive access, unique experiences and a true sense of community. It’s a premium destination built to reward passion and give our most dedicated fans a meaningful way to engage with WWE all year round.”

Hard Rock Cafe WrestleMania watch parties and after party announced

WrestleMania 42

The Hard Rock Cafe in Las Vegas will have WrestleMania watch parties and an after party this weekend.

The restaurant is offering general admission and VIP tickets for the watch parties, with VIP tickets consisting of prime seating, open bar with beer, wine, and Wheatley Vodka, one basket menu item, and meet and greet with a wrestling legend on hand.

WrestleMania will screen on a 20-foot LED wall and multiple television screens around the restaurant.

General admission prices are $40 and VIP tickets are $125.

The after party tickets are $25 for general admission and $250 for VIP, with VIP including guaranteed entry and a reserved section for up to six guests, along with one bucket of five beers. A $300 spend minimum is required.

For more information and tickets go to Ticketweb.

John Cena added to WWE World at WrestleMania 42

WWE World 2026

John Cena, who is hosting WrestleMania this weekend, was added to the WWE World line up and will be appearing on Saturday, April 18 for meet and greets.

Cena’s addition sparked another big line on the Leap Epic Events website, with fans flocking to purchase a ticket to meet the 17-time world champion.

His price did not come cheap either., with WWE charging a whopping $445.81 for a photo.

Cena’s price is the most expensive at WWE World, surpassing those of The Undertaker, Steve Austin, Stephanie McMahon, CM Punk, and Cody Rhodes.

WWE is charging over double of what Cena’s photos usually go for at comic cons where he is not representing WWE.

Impact rating for 04/09/2026

Impact

Impact had an audience of 257,000 last week, up 57,000 viewers from the prior week and the second most-watched episode of 2026 so far on AMC. The show had a 0.04 rating in 18-49, down 0.01 from the previous two weeks. (Ratings credit: Programming Insider)

AEW/NFL merchandise collaboration to be announced Wednesday

AEW uploaded a social media post with their logo standing side by side with the NFL logo and the date of Wednesday, April 15.

The NFL logo has the words Officially Licensed Product circled around it, suggesting a merchandise collaboration between the two.

During the Super Bowl weekend, AEW President Tony Khan said that AEW will be creating NFL-themed lucha Libra masks and they would be on sale within a few months, so the collab is highly likely this one.

Khan’s family owns the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguar team and Tony himself is the Chief Football Strategy Officer for the team.

The Heartbreak Kid: Becoming Shawn Michaels documentary now streaming on Peacock

The new WWE Films documentary, The Heartbreak Kid: Becoming Shawn Michaels, is now streaming exclusively on Peacock.

The documentary takes an intimate look at HBK, spotlighting his incredible ability and the personal struggles that led to one of the most improbable redemption stories in WWE history.

“Viewers will be taken on a journey through his life while also getting an inside look at Michaels’ role as the head of WWE’s developmental brand, NXT,” the preview reads.

New sit-down interviews with WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque, The Undertaker, Kevin Nash and Bret Hart, as well as WWE Superstars Trick Williams, Je’Von Evans, Joe Hendry, Ethan Page, Jacy Jayne, Sol Ruca, Shawn Spears have also been taped.

The Heartbreak Kid: Becoming Shawn Michaels, is executive produced by Paul Levesque, Lee Fitting and Ben Houser, produced by WWE and directed by Matt Braine.

A Peacock subscription is required to watch the documentary.

Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 channel radio to broadcast from Las Vegas this week

New York – April 13, 2026 – SiriusXM’s exclusive Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 channel is coming to Las Vegas for wrestling’s biggest weekend of the year – WrestleMania 42.

Dave LaGreca, Mark Henry, Bully Ray and Tommy Dreamer, hosts of “Busted Open,” Sam Roberts, of “NotSam Wrestling Live,” and Peter Rosenberg, host of “Cheap Heat Live,” will broadcast a series of shows – April 16-20 – from the Entertainment Capital of the World, bringing their listeners all the latest news and storylines from one of the most anticipated events on the wrestling calendar, taking place April 18 and 19 at Allegiant Stadium.

As part of the week’s festivities, “Busted Open” will host its annual WrestleMania party on April 19th at 7 pm PT at Intrigue at Wynn Las Vegas. Dave, Mark, Bully and Tommy will broadcast for a live audience at Intrigue, and welcome several surprise guests from the worlds of wrestling and sports to the show.

The schedule of Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7’s coverage from Las Vegas is as follows:

Thursday, April 16

  • noon-2 pm ET / 9-11 am PT: “NotSam Wrestling Live,” hosted by Sam Roberts, from the SiriusXM Studio at Wynn Las Vegas
  • 2-5 pm ET / 11-2 pm PT: “Busted Open,” hosted by Dave La Greca, Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer and Mark Henry, live from the SiriusXM Studio at Wynn Las Vegas

Friday, April 17th

  • noon-2 pm ET / 9-11 am PT: “Cheap Heat Live,” hosted by Peter Rosenberg, from the MGM Grand
  • 2-4 pm ET / 11 am – 1 pm PT: “NotSam Wrestling Live,” hosted by Sam Roberts,  from the MGM Grand
  • 10 pm-midnight ET / 7-9 pm PT: “Busted Open Las Vegas Slam,” hosted by Dave La Greca, Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer and Mark Henry, live at Intrigue at Wynn Las Vegas

Saturday, April 18th

  • noon-3 pm ET / 9 am-noon PT: “Busted Open,” hosted by Dave La Greca, Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer and Mark Henry, live from the SiriusXM Studio at Wynn Las Vegas
  • 10 pm – midnight ET / 7-9 pm PT: “Busted Open After Dark,” hosted by Dave La Greca and Jonathan Coachman

Sunday, April 19th

  • Noon-3 pm ET / 9 am-noon PT: “Busted Open,” hosted by Dave La Greca, Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer and Mark Henry, live from the SiriusXM Studio at Wynn Las Vegas
  • 10 pm – midnight ET / 7-9 pm PT: “Busted Open After Dark,” hosted by Dave La Greca and Jonathan Coachman

Monday, April 20th

  • noon-2pm ET / 9-11 am PT: “NotSam Wrestling Live,” hosted by Sam Roberts, from the SiriusXM Studio at Wynn Las Vegas
  • 2-5 pm ET / 11-2 pm PT: “Busted Open,” hosted by Dave La Greca, Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer and Mark Henry, live from the SiriusXM Studio at Wynn Las Vegas

Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7, the first ever 24/7 audio channel dedicated to the world of professional wrestling, launched on SiriusXM last July and has become a go-to source for fans to stay in the know on the latest news from the world of pro wrestling and be a part of the conversation on the events and storylines happening in and around the squared circle.

The exclusive channel is home to “Busted Open,” featuring Dave LaGreca with wrestling legends Bully Ray, Mark Henry and Tommy Dreamer, as well as an unparalleled lineup of shows hosted by Sam Roberts, Peter Rosenberg, Jonathan Coachman, WWE Superstar Natalya, Nic Nemeth, Thunder Rosa, Matt Cardona, Tom Pestock and more.

For more visit www.siriusxm.com/channels/pro-wrestling-nation247 and follow on social media @BustedOpenRadio

Palms Casino Resort to host four-day Slam Fest in Las Vegas

The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas will have a four-day wrestling festival titled Slam Fest in conjunction with Paragon Talent Group.

The multi-event series will feature premier international wrestling promotions, celebrity-driven entertainment experiences, live podcasting, comedy, and fan activations, all hosted exclusively on property at Palms Casino Resort.

Slam Fest will anchor its Pearl Concert Theater programming on Thursday, April 16 and Friday, April 17, presenting five live professional wrestling events across two full days. The festival will also make history as the first standalone CMLL event ever held outside of Mexico in the promotion’s 92-year legacy.

The Pearl Concert Theater lineup represents a rare cross-promotional collaboration during one of the most significant weeks of the year in sports entertainment, bringing together premier organizations from Mexico, Japan, Canada, and the United States inside one Las Vegas venue.

All Pearl Concert Theater events will stream worldwide on TrillerTV, with multiple digital viewing packages available for fans unable to attend in person. Additional details regarding ticket sales, streaming bundles, talent announcements, and potential schedule updates will be released in the coming weeks.

Slam Fest’s entertainment programming at Ghostbar inside Palms Casino Resort will feature four marquee live experiences.

On Wednesday, April 15, WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley will present his acclaimed comedy and storytelling show, 40 Years of Mick Foley, offering fans an intimate and interactive evening of behind-the-scenes stories from his four-decade career in professional wrestling.

On Friday evening, Saraya will host a live episode of her podcast, Rulebreakers with Saraya, bringing unfiltered conversation and special guests to a live audience in one of Las Vegas’ most iconic rooftop venues.

On Saturday evening, Matt and Jeff Hardy will host their Hardy Party, where “The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy” will have stories from his 3-decade career and will have a Q&A with the fans. Afterwards, Jeff will perform live in Concert.

Slam Fest will culminate on Saturday, April 18 with a high-profile poolside celebration at Palms featuring appearances by Matt and Jeff Hardy, Mick Foley, Saraya, The Hurt Syndicate, Elayna Black, Ash by Elegance, Mojo Muhtadi, and additional celebrity guests. The pool event is expected to be one of the marquee social experiences of the week, blending wrestling icons with Las Vegas daylife and fan engagement. Fans should also expect a special appearance from WWE Hall of Famer and 16-time World Champion Ric Flair, bringing legendary championship pedigree to an already star-studded celebration.

“Slam Fest is designed to elevate what an event week experience can be,” said Dean “Mojo” Muhtadi, Co-Founder of Paragon Talent Group. “We are bringing together the very best professional wrestling organizations from multiple countries, uniting them inside one iconic Las Vegas destination, and creating a fully integrated platform that spans live events, premium digital distribution, and immersive fan engagement. Slam Fest is a strategically coordinated, large-scale festival built to demonstrate the depth, diversity, and global commercial power of professional wrestling.”

Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas will serve as the exclusive host venue for all Slam Fest programming, offering fans a centralized, campus-style experience throughout the four-day festival.

Live events schedule for Thursday, April 16 at Pearl Concert Theater:

  • Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling (TJPW)
    11:00AM to 1:15PM PT, followed by a meet and greet from 1:15PM to 2:30PM PT
  • Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL)
    3:00PM to 5:30PM PT, followed by a meet and greet from 5:30PM to 7:00PM PT
  • House of Glory (HOG)
    8:00PM to 11:00PM PT

Live events schedule for Friday, April 17 at Pearl Concert Theater:

  • Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling (TJPW)
    Meet and greet from 11:30AM to 2:00PM PT
  • World Wonder Ring Stardom
    3:00PM to 5:00PM PT
  • Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling
    9:00PM to 11:30PM PT

Visit Slam Fest for additional information and tickets.

13 live WWE productions surround WrestleMania programming

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It is going to be a full week of shows for WWE, which begins its final road to WrestleMania live tonight on Raw. Cameramen, producers, sound technicians, and graphic artists will have a tough week ahead of them, with a total of 13 live productions over the next several days.

The work starts tonight with a live Raw on Netflix at 8PM ET, followed by NXT: Revenge night one tomorrow night at 8PM ET on The CW.

The WrestleMania Kickoff party is set for Friday at 5PM ET and airs on ESPN2 and YouTube, followed by Smackdown at 8PM ET live on USA Network. The Hall of Fame ceremony will close out the day at Midnight ET on the ESPN Unlimited app.

On Saturday, the Countdown to WrestleMania Saturday starts at 4PM ET on YouTube and then WrestleMania Saturday kicks off at 6PM ET on ESPN. Kill Tony: WrestleMania will be taped on Saturday after WrestleMania for Netflix and airs on tape delay on Monday.

The same schedule continues on Sunday for WrestleMania Sunday, with the Kickoff show at 4PM ET and WrestleMania at 6PM ET.

The Raw After Mania is next week starting at 8PM ET on Netflix and NXT: Revenge night two continues on Tuesday at 8PM ET on The CW. The WrestleMania programming comes to an end on Friday with Smackdown After Mania at 8PM ET on USA Network.

For international viewers, Netflix will be the place where all programming will air with the exception of the Hall of Fame which is on YouTube.