Backstage Update on Broadcast Plans for WWE x AAA Worlds Collide

WWE has yet to announce broadcast details for this month’s WWE x AAA Worlds Collide event, and a new report by Fightful Select has an update on the matter. The lack of clear broadcast plans for the show appears to be an intentional decision made by WWE.

According to the report, sources within WWE claim that there’s a chance that Worlds Collide 2026 won’t be broadcast live. However, those plans might change between now and the date of the show.

WWE sources also stated that, as of Tuesday (Sept. 15), Worlds Collide was expected internally to be a “live event” [Editor’s Note: I’m not clear on the wording, but I’m assuming Fightful Select means a non-televised “live event” in this instance.] One source also reportedly expressed their belief that if the show is broadcast or aired, it will likely be on YouTube or Club WWE.

As previously reported, some major names are scheduled to work the event, including WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio and former WWE Undisputed Champion CM Punk. The Allstate Arena is advertising a six-man tag team match featuring CM Punk, Rey Mysterio & El Grande Americano vs. Omos, JD McDonagh & Dominik Mysterio. Penta and Rey Fenix are also advertised for action against Perros del Mal.

It’s also said the show has drawn very well for WWE so far. When Fightful Select reached out to WWE directly on the matter, the company had no comment.

The event is going to be held in the Chicago area the same weekend as AEW All Out 2026, which is being held in Chicago on the same night, as WWE was looking to counter-program the AEW Pay-per-view show.

WWE x AAA Worlds Collide takes place on Saturday, September 26, at the Allstate Arena. The event will feature stars of WWE and AAA.