MUMBAI: In a spectacular manoeuvre that has the wrestling world buzzing, WWE has officially announced its debut on Netflix India, following a colossal $5 billion deal that will see the streaming giant become the new home of spandex-clad drama and high-flying action.
Starting 1 April 2025, Indian fans can swap their remote-wrestling for front-row streaming as WWE's chief content officer, Paul "Triple H" Levesque, delivered the news via YouTube with all the dramatic flair of a perfectly executed entrance theme.
"The Netflix era is upon us," declared Triple H, confirming that Indian viewers will soon have uninterrupted access to RAW, SmackDown, NXT, and premium live events including SummerSlam, Money in the Bank, and the crown jewel – WrestleMania.
The streaming platform isn't just pinning down the basics. Netflix will unleash a treasure trove of archival content from the WWE vault, giving fans the opportunity to bodyslam their way through decades of wrestling nostalgia.
"Created for fans and presented live and in living colour," announced Netflix, "we're stepping into the ring with WWE, showcasing serialised storytelling and high-adrenaline action three times a week, 52 weeks a year."
After years of WWE content being broadcast through Sony Sports Network – whose five-year deal taps out in March – this move represents a championship belt change in how Indian audiences consume their favourite squared-circle entertainment.
In a move that would make any good tag-team partner proud, Netflix is also introducing Hindi commentary, ensuring that even the verbal smackdowns translate perfectly to the local audience.
"Through this partnership, WWE fans in India will have seamless and immersive access to all WWE programming," WWE declared in its press release, effectively drop-kicking barriers to viewing.
With India boasting one of WWE's most devoted international fanbases, this Netflix partnership promises to clothesline the competition and reach even more enthusiasts with its unique cocktail of athleticism, drama, and larger-than-life storytelling.
The question on everyone's lips now isn't "Can you smell what The Rock is cooking?" but rather, "Are your streaming devices ready?"
As WWE prepares to power-bomb its way onto Netflix India, fans can expect nothing less than a championship-calibre viewing experience.
