WWE, UFC team up to bring NXT Battleground to UFC APEX [Video]

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (WBRC) – For the first time since merging under TKO Holdings Group, WWE and UFC are partnering together on an event.

NXT, WWE’s developmental brand, will host “NXT Battleground” at UFC Apex in Las Vegas on Sunday, June 9.

WWE Senior Vice President of Talent Development Creative Shawn Micheals said he is excited for the company’s first event at the facility.

“We are always exploring new frontiers to showcase NXT and we are excited to bring Battleground to this world-class event and production facility in partnership with UFC,” Michaels said.

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UFC APEX is a modern 130,000 square foot production facility with multiple stages and standing sets. The venue is home to UFC Fight Night events, Dana White’s Contender Series, and more.

In September, Endeavor’s purchase of WWE was finalized and the professional wrestling company was merged with UFC under the newly formed TKO Holdings Group.

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