Pro-Wrestling

SummerSlam Steers in to the Motor City August 5

Published

2 years ago

02/08/2023

The WWE^® announced today that the 2023 SummerSlam will take place on Saturday, August 5 at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan.

The last time the WWE held an event at Ford Field was the 2007 WrestleMania and this marks the first SummerSlam to take place in Michigan in 30 years.

“We are excited for Ford Field to host WWE’s biggest event of the summer and look forward to the WWE Universe converging on Detroit to celebrate SummerSlam’s long-awaited return to Michigan,” said Dan Ventrelle, EVP, Talent at WWE.

“Landing WWE SummerSlam at Ford Field is a signature win for Detroit and continues the momentum of the Detroit Sports Commission in attracting major sporting events to the region,” said DSC Executive Director Dave Beachnau. “Metro Detroit enjoys a special place in WWE history and has produced many iconic moments. Thank you to the entire WWE family for entrusting us with this incredible opportunity, and we look forward to delivering a first-class experience.”

Tickets go on sale Friday, April 14, via Ticketmaster.com. To learn more about presale tickets, visit:

https://www.wwe.com/summerslam2023-presale-registration

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Ted aka Steady is the Editor in Chief of the Countdown City Geeks. He has covered some of the largest pop culture events in the world including San Diego Comic-Con and hosted a variety of events from eSports Tourneys, film festivals, to moderating panels at conventions.

Interviews

Interview with TNA Wrestling Champion Nic Nemeth

Published

2 months ago

09/12/2024

Ted (Steady)

The Countdown City Wrestlecast interviewed TNA Wrestling Champion Nic Nemeth ahead of his title defense match with Moose for #TNAVictoryRoad.

Pro-Wrestling

WWE BAD BLOOD RETURNS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 FROM STATE FARM ARENA IN ATLANTA

Published

4 months ago

07/08/2024

Ted (Steady)

As announced by WWE and Metro Boomin ahead of last weekend’s Money In The Bank^®, the WWE Premium Live Event Bad Blood^® will take place Saturday, October 5 from State Farm Arena in Atlanta. This will mark 27 years to the day since the original event took place.

Tickets for Bad Blood go on sale next Friday, July 19 at 10 a.m. ET via Ticketmaster.com. Pre-sale for Bad Blood tickets will begin Tuesday, July 16 at 10 a.m. ET. Fans can register now to receive an exclusive presale offer by visiting https://www.wwe.com/badblood-2024-presale.

Known for introducing the first ever Hell in a Cell match between The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels in 1997, Bad Blood is the first Premium Live Event to take place in Atlanta since New Year’s Day of 2022. Georgia’s capital is rich in WWE history, having hosted WrestleMania XXVII (2011), Survivor Series (2015) and Royal Rumble (2002, 2010). Additionally, it marks the hometown return of Atlanta native and current Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes.

Official Bad Blood Priority Passes are available now through exclusive partner On Location, giving fans the opportunity to purchase ticket packages before they go on sale to the general public. Bad Blood Priority Passes offer fans the chance to be ringside for every exhilarating moment, including premium seating, all-inclusive pre-show hospitality with WWE Superstar appearances, ringside photo opportunities, deluxe accommodations, and much more. To learn more or to buy your package today, please visit https://onlocationexp.com/badblood.

Pro-Wrestling

WWE shares their 2023 Impact Report to Highlight Community Efforts both Past and Future

Published

10 months ago

01/16/2024

Ted (Steady)

The WWE compiled a video of their community efforts last year and superstars Cody Rhodes and Bianca Belair provided some commentary. Watch the video below.