There have been some unexpected updates regarding NXT Battleground, originally planned for Savannah, Georgia during Memorial Day weekend. The location for the event has been shifted to the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, scheduled for June 9. The UFC Apex, known for hosting UFC fights and studio productions, has hosted various events during the pandemic. Initially considering using the UFC Octagon for the show, organizers decided to stick with a traditional wrestling ring due to logistical reasons.
The NXT Battleground lineup will still include the highly anticipated NXT Underground match featuring Shayna Baszler versus Lola Vice. Insider sources suggest a significant UFC presence at the event, but specific details are yet to be disclosed. This move comes after UFC President Dana White recently emphasized the distinction between the UFC and WWE, despite both falling under TKO Group Holdings since 2023.
