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WWE and Fanatics have formed a long-term partnership to enhance the fan experience worldwide. This collaboration will leverage Fanatics' digital sports platform to improve WWE's e-commerce, merchandise, and trading card offerings, including NFTs. The WWE Shop will be revamped for a better online shopping experience, while Fanatics will also become the exclusive provider of WWE trading cards. Fanatics' Candy Digital will work on high-quality NFT collections featuring WWE moments. This agreement aims to significantly amplify WWE's market presence and engagement with its global fanbase.

WWE partners with MBC GROUP to make Shahid the exclusive home for WWE programming in the MENA region. This includes all premium live events starting with WrestleMania 38 on April 3-4, alongside live episodes of Raw and SmackDown. Starting March 26, SmackDown will air live weekly in Arabic, followed by Raw on March 29. Shahid will also launch a dedicated WWE channel, offering over 10,000 hours of archived content. This partnership aims to expand WWE's reach in a region where it is immensely popular.

WWE has announced that DJ Valentino Khan will perform at WrestleMania 38, taking place on April 2-3 at AT&T Stadium, Dallas. This appearance marks Khan's second performance at a WWE event, following a successful stint at SummerSlam last August. Khan expressed excitement about performing at what he calls the Super Bowl of sports entertainment. The event will be streamed live on Peacock in the U.S. and is expected to enhance the overall fan experience.

WWE has partnered with Nextbite to launch a WWE-themed delivery-only restaurant called WWE Smackadillas in the Dallas area, available through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. This unique restaurant offers a menu featuring quesadillas and runs until April 11, with special activations during the lead-up to WrestleMania 38 on April 2 and April 3. Ticket and merchandise giveaways will accompany the launch, enhancing the fan experience for the event. This initiative underscores WWE's commitment to innovative offerings and engaging its audience.

WWE (NYSE: WWE) has partnered with INFLCR, enhancing its NIL program, Next In Line™, aimed at college athletes. This multi-year collaboration allows WWE to utilize INFLCR's technology and connections with over 200 NCAA Division 1 institutions, reaching many student-athletes interested in monetizing their name, image, and likeness. Launched in December 2021, WWE's NIL program recruits potential future Superstars and promotes their talent development. The partnership promises to streamline NIL transactions and improve engagement with student-athletes, potentially expanding WWE’s promotional avenues.

WWE EVIL, an 8-part docu-series executive produced by John Cena, premieres on March 24 on Peacock. This series delves into the minds of WWE's infamous villains, showcasing their impact on pop culture. Each one-hour episode focuses on a notable character, revealing behind-the-scenes details and defining moments. Featured Superstars include Hulk Hogan, The Miz, Sasha Banks, and Roman Reigns. This marks a significant expansion of WWE content on Peacock, enhancing its appeal to fans.

WWE (NYSE: WWE) has announced that exclusive ticket and hospitality packages for Hell in a Cell, scheduled for June 5, are now available. The event will be held at Allstate Arena in Chicago. The new Priority Pass includes premier seating, dedicated entrance, premium hospitality, and meet-and-greets with WWE stars and legends. This marks the inaugural event in WWE's partnership with On Location, ensuring a premium experience for fans. The event will stream live on Peacock in the U.S. and WWE Network globally.

WWE® (NYSE: WWE) will conduct a multi-day talent tryout for current and recently graduated college athletes during WrestleMania Week in Dallas, starting on March 30. This exclusive event, held at the Ford Center at The Star, will feature over 50 male and female athletes from various sports, including football and gymnastics. Participants will undergo evaluations and interviews, with a focus on WWE’s NIL program launched in December 2021. The upcoming WrestleMania 38 takes place on April 2 and April 3 at AT&T Stadium.