WWE & Walt Disney Company Announce Expanded Partnership, Avengers: Doomsday-Themed Worlds Collide on Dec. 14

As previously reported, John Cena announced last night on WWE Raw that the John Cena Classic will take place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida on Dec. 14. WWE, Disney, and ESPN have now announced more details on the event and the upcoming partnership.

Per the press release, along with the John Cena Classic on December 14, there will be an Avengers: Doomsday-themed Worlds Collide on Tuesday, December 15. Also, WWE and Fanatics will stage a two-day WWE World at the Wide World of Sports Complex, with fan experiences, exclusive retail activations, and merchandise.

The announcement reads, “Headlined by two massive events – The John Cena Classic and a Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday-themed Worlds Collide – the collaboration will bring together the companies’ renowned storytelling to create a landmark crossover moment for Disney and WWE fans alike.”

The John Cena Classic will feature the WWE Universe voting in real time for the top Superstar of the night. Using the exclusive fan membership program, Club WWE, members will be able to vote on their favorite Superstar performance and award the night’s top honor. Fans can participate in the voting by registering for Club WWE at its website.

The Marvel’s Avengers edition of Worlds Collide will feature the top Superstars of WWE, NXT, and AAA on Tuesday, Dec. 15. More details on the event and the fan experience will be announced soon.

The John Cena Classic will stream live on Netflix on Dec. 14 as a special edition of Monday Night Raw. Two-combo tickets for the events will also go on sale on Friday, November 13 at 10:00 am ET via Ticketmaster. A presale for combo tickets will begin on Thursday, November 12 at 10:00 am ET.