In Brief:
- The drop will feature a platinum tier auction.
- The NFTs will be presented in conjunction with Bitski.
WWE announced on 16th August that it will create Superstar John Cena-inspired NFTs. WWE will also sell one-of-a-kind memorabilia just in time for SummerSlam.
The drop will feature a platinum tier auction. This would include a one-of-one exclusive NFT. The NFTs will be presented in conjunction with Bitski. They’ll be available at WWE.com. The platinum tier auction will be live for 24 hours. It will begin at the start of SmackDown on August 20 at 8 pm ET through the start of SummerSlam on August 21 at 8 pm ET.
The top bidder for the platinum tier will receive:
- A one-of-a-kind NFT;
- A once-in-a-lifetime experience for two at WrestleMania 38 in 2022 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Or WrestleMania 39 in 2023 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. This would include two front row tickets, unprecedented VIP access and hotel accommodations;
- A personalized WWE Championship Title Belt with the winner’s name engraved on the side plates;
- John Cena’s “Dr. of Thuganomics” style chain from WrestleMania 35.
The gold tier will drop in time for SummerSlam on August 21. It would also include 500 limited edition NFTs, along with a limited-edition merch box personally curated by John Cena.
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“The Summer of Cena will be capped off by a phenomenal main event at SummerSlam as well as an opportunity for the WWE Universe to own unique collectibles inspired by one of the biggest stars in Hollywood today,” said Scott Zanghellini, WWE Senior Vice President, Revenue Strategy & Development.
SummerSlam is taking place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas this Saturday. The tournament will stream live on Peacock and WWE Network at 8 p.m. EST/5 pm PST.
