Whether you're trying to cast WWE Raw to your living room TV, catch up on AEW Dynamite during your commute, watch WOW - Women Of Wrestling on your computer, or have streaming access to TNA, the NWA, or Japanese wrestling, here is a complete guide to the best way to stream wrestling, optimized for every device.
WWE
1. ESPN (United States: Premium Live Events)
Beginning in the fall of 2025, ESPN's new direct-to-consumer service became the exclusive U.S. domestic home of all WWE PLEs.
2. Netflix (US: Raw / Global: All WWE Content)
Raw is one of Netflix' key live events offerings. Internationally (most regions), all WWE content is available.
3. Peacock (United States)
In 2021, WWE moved its streaming service from the WWE Network to Peacock. WWE Network's huge library is available on NBCUniversal's streaming service.
4. Abema (Japan)
In 2023, WWE made a big move to expand its reach in Japan, forging a new media rights partnership with the popular Japanese streaming platform Abema. The partnership gives Abema access to WWE's vast library of content, which includes episodes of Raw/SmackDown and PLEs, many of which include classic matches, as well as documentaries. All of this makes Abema a one-stop shop for WWE fans in Japan who subscribe.
AEW
1. Max
Max is a centralized hub for AEW weekly programming and PPVs in the US. Streaming quality on Max (via smart TV apps) is excellent. Use a wired connection to your TV or console for the best picture quality during live broadcasts.
2. Prime Video
Prime Video airs AEW weekly programming, as well as PPVs for fans in the United States, Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
3. TrillerTV
TrillerTV airs weekly programming in select countries and AEW PPVs for fans in Canada and select international markets. Always check the PPV start time as international shows can vary wildly.
WOW - Women Of Wrestling
(Note: Although WOW is available via streaming, cable is not needed to watch it on TV, due it being shown via broadcast syndication in the United States- local channels can be watched using a digital antenna.)
1. Pluto
Pluto TV is available in the Americas & Europe.
2. Wrestling Central
Wrestling Central is available in North America on The Roku Channel.
TNA
TNA+
TNA+ gives fans access to past episodes of IMPACT!, Pay-Per-Views, live exclusive specials, and a collection of content featuring the early careers of some of wrestling's biggest stars, and pivotal moments and matches from current WWE Superstars.
NJPW
NJPW World
NJPW World offers live events and subtitled interviews, as well as a large archive of past matches and exclusive documentaries featuring not only Japanese talent, but also well-known foreign talent during their times in Japan.
Stardom
Stardom World
Stardom World has the highest volume of Japanese women's wrestling content.
Michinoku Pro and Dream Star Fighting Marigold
WRESTLE UNIVERSE
WRESTLE UNIVERSE is available internationally, catering to a wide range of fan preferences and has something for everyone who enjoys Japanese wrestling, including Michinoku Pro with its lucha libre atmosphere, and Dream Star Fighting Marigold with its notable talents.
World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana
Diana Live
Live broadcasts of events featuring a mix of legends and new-generation talent from Japan.
Yanagase Pro Wrestling
Twitcast
Twitcast broadcasts live events worldwide.
NWA
Roku Sports
Roku Sports is available in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the UK
Generation X (ages 40-56) and Baby Boomers (ages 56+) generally prefer watching wrestling on traditional television broadcasts rather than streaming, as a result of lifelong habits and a general comfort with television, a media platform that was established many decades ago. They feel that television is best for live events and that it has the best video quality.
Casting and Screen Mirroring
If you can't put an app for the streaming service on your device, you'll need to cast the stream from your phone or PC. Casting is the wireless process of sending video from a source device to be displayed on a different, larger screen.
Chromecast (Google Cast): Start the stream on your phone or PC and tap the Cast icon to push it to your TV.
AirPlay (Apple): Best for iPhone or Mac users, allowing you to mirror your screen or cast the video directly to an Apple TV or AirPlay-compatible smart TV.
Suggesting on Casting: If possible, cast directly from the video player within the app (using the Cast/AirPlay icon), rather than mirroring your phone or PC's entire screen. Casting provides a dedicated, higher-quality video stream.
When watching streaming online, the PC is often the default for productivity or multitasking. Since you're dealing with a browser, the experience can vary depending on which browser and which service you use.
1. Browser Choice Matters
Chrome generally offers the most stable performance for streaming services.
Safari is optimized for Apple hardware.
2. Multi-Tasking and Performance
If you're watching wrestling while working or gaming, close unnecessary browser tabs. Streaming video is resource-intensive.
A powerful gaming desktop or laptop handles streams easily. However, streaming live video (especially 4K) can quickly heat a non-gaming laptop and drain its batter- consider reducing the streaming resolution (if available) or using a laptop cooling pad.
The mobile preference is about convenience, portability, and data management while commuting or traveling.
Essential Mobile Features
Picture-in-Picture (PiP): Most modern mobile apps support PiP, allowing you to minimize the wrestling stream to a corner of your screen while you check social media or respond to texts.
Wi-Fi Priority: Whenever possible, connect to Wi-Fi. Streaming live wrestling can consume 1GB–3GB of data per hour, which can quickly exceed most mobile data limits.
The wrestling streaming landscape is constantly evolving, but with these tips, you can ensure you have a great seat- no matter which screen you're using.
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