WWE This Week: A Stacked Schedule Heading Into Saturday Night’s Main Event

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WWE is keeping the momentum rolling as we head toward one of the most exciting special events of the year. With Raw on Netflix already delivering tonight, the rest of the week is packed with must-watch programming and a huge Saturday showdown.

Here’s your complete guide to what’s airing and where this week.


Tuesday, May 19 – NXT

  • Time: 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT

  • Network: The CW

  • Location: WWE Performance Center, Orlando, FL

  • Key Highlights: Tatum Paxley puts her NXT Women’s North American Championship on the line in an in-ring title defense, plus plenty of action from the rising stars of NXT. Expect debuts, rivalries heating up, and championship implications.

Wednesday, May 20 – WWE Evolve

  • Time: 8 p.m. ET

  • Network: Tubi (Free)

  • Another strong showcase for emerging talent and high-flying action.

Thursday, May 21 – WWE Main Event

  • Time: 8 p.m. ET

  • Network: YouTube (Free)

  • The perfect mid-week wrestling fix with big matches and story advancement.

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Friday, May 22 – Friday Night SmackDown

  • Time: 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT

  • Network: USA Network

  • Location: Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center, Lexington, KY

This is the final stop before Saturday Night’s Main Event — expect major angles, contract signings, and final build for the big show.

Saturday, May 23 – Saturday Night’s Main Event

  • Time: 8 p.m. ET

  • Location: Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne, IN

This special event is shaping up to be a huge night of marquee matchups and surprises. It’s the perfect way to cap off a busy week of WWE programming.

Pro Tip: AAA Lucha Libre also airs Saturday night on YouTube at 9 p.m. ET if you want even more action.


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