WWE WrestleMania 2026 UK TV coverage and live stream details
Your guide to watching WWE WrestleMania 42 live in the UK.
www.radiotimes.comHere’s the latest on where to watch WrestleMania 2026.
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United States: WrestleMania 2026 is airing on ESPN, with some matches on ESPN2. You can stream the event via ESPN+ (ESPN Unlimited) if you have an eligible plan, or through contracted streaming TV services that carry ESPN networks (e.g., DirecTV, Fubo, Sling). This two-night event is scheduled for April 18–19, 2026, and begins around 6:00 PM ET each night. [Sources note: multiple outlets covering ESPN as the primary broadcast partner and streaming options for WrestleMania 2026][1][3][5]
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United Kingdom: Netflix is described as the primary live broadcast/streaming option for WrestleMania 2026 in the UK, with the event happening across two nights. Netflix carries WWE Premium Live Events in regions where WWE content is integrated with Netflix’s catalog. [Source: UK coverage guidance and Netflix as the streaming option][7]
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International/alternative options: Some reports reference Netflix in international markets and additional streaming platforms in various territories; in the US, ESPN-based options dominate, with ESPN Unlimited offering full event access. This reflects WWE’s distribution in 2026 via ESPN’s direct-to-consumer service in the US. [Sources: ESPN-WWE deal and international streaming notes][4][10]
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Additional context: WrestleMania Week (the broader set of events around Mania) is also covered by various outlets, with ESPN handling the main two nights in the US, and Netflix or local partners providing international coverage. If you’re unsure about your current streaming setup, check your TV provider’s ESPN lineup or the ESPN app for the WrestleMania event page. [Sources: Mania Week coverage and ESPN partnership notes][9][10]
Quick tips to ensure you don’t miss it
- Confirm your time zone and start time: both nights typically begin at 6:00 PM ET in the US, so adjust for your local time. [General broadcast timing references][3][1]
- If you cut the cord, verify that your streaming plan includes ESPN or that you have access via a compatible streaming service (DirecTV, Fubo, Sling, etc.). [Streaming options notes][1][3]
- For UK viewers, ensure you’re set up with Netflix in a region where WWE content is included, since Mania is listed as airing there via Netflix. [UK guidance][7]
If you’d like, tell me your country and whether you have a streaming service you already use, and I’ll tailor a step-by-step watch plan with the exact channels, app paths, and any pre-show options. I can also help you convert the start times to your local time in Los Angeles.