The anticipation for the WWE Draft 2024 is building up, promising an electrifying shake-up across all brands. Scheduled to kick off on Friday, April 26, the draft will unfold over two nights, concluding on the April 29 episode of Monday Night RAW.
Fans can catch the action live on both Fox and USA Network, starting with this week’s edition of SmackDown.
The draft’s first night will emanate from the Heritage Bank Center in Cincinnati, followed by the second night at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City.
The 2024 #WWEDraft kicks off THIS FRIDAY on #SmackDown and concludes next week on #WWERaw! pic.twitter.com/vba9Cpg0C3
— WWE (@WWE) April 23, 2024
This two-night extravaganza will establish a solid brand split, with superstars being assigned exclusively to specific rosters.
In this year’s draft, RAW, SmackDown, and NXT are all in the mix for potential roster changes.
General Managers Adam Pearce, Nick Aldis, and Ava will be at the forefront, representing their respective brands and strategically selecting superstars to bolster their lineups.
As the draft unfolds, fans can expect some rules to govern the proceedings. Based on past drafts, several potential regulations could come into play:
1. Friday Night SmackDown may feature four rounds of drafting on Night One.
2. Monday Night RAW could have six rounds of drafting on Night Two.
3. SmackDown might receive two picks for every three picks made by RAW.
4. Superstars could be selected from any brand for any roster.
5. Injured superstars may not be eligible for draft participation.
6. Superstars from factions might be drafted individually.
7. Current champions are open for selection to another brand.
8. Drafted picks will be effective starting from the following week’s episode of SmackDown.
With these rules and the potential for top superstars to switch brands, the upcoming WWE Draft is poised to reshape the company’s landscape significantly.
