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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Major WWE, Saudi Arabia News Emerges on Tuesday
Major WWE, Saudi Arabia News Emerges on Tuesday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Saudi Arabia has been making some serious moves in the world of sports lately, and if you've been paying attention, you know combat sports are right at the center of it all. The WWE and UFC have both set up shop there more than once, hosting blockbuster events that draw fans from around the globe. Advertisement But if you thought this was just a passing trend, think again. The WWE's latest move in the kingdom shows that Saudi Arabia isn't just dipping its toes in the water. It's ready to make a long-term splash in the fight game. WWE's next big show in Saudi Arabia is already locked in: Royal Rumble 2026 will bring the action back to Riyadh in January. According to Fightful, planning for the event kicks off in just a few weeks. That's not all fans in the Kingdom can look forward to. WWE is reportedly lining up two more Premium Live Events there next year: one in May and another in November. The live crowd in Saudi Arabia witnesses the opening match at the "WWE Night of Champions" PLE.(via WWE) The November date has people talking since it's so close to Survivor Series, which traditionally lands around Thanksgiving. Word is, though, that the Saudi event won't be Survivor Series — unless WWE decides to move Survivor Series away from its usual holiday weekend slot, which seems unlikely. Advertisement No official dates or venues have been confirmed yet for the extra shows, but one thing's for sure: Saudi Arabia is becoming a major stop on WWE's global tour, and fans can expect some big-time action heading their way in 2026. Related: WWE Hints At Return of Former WWE World Champion This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
CairoScene
01-03-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
WWE Announces Saudi Arabia PLE Schedule in 2025 & 2026
The Premium Live Events schedule is planned to have one event by 2025, and three more by 2026, including the WWE Royal Rumble. Sometimes you've got to tap out for a bigger comeback in the ring. With that said, WWE is adjusting its Premium Live Events (PLE) lineup in Saudi Arabia over the next two years. According to TKO CFO Andrew Schleimer, the company will scale back to one event in the kingdom in 2025, down from two last year. While this reduction is expected to result in a USD 55 million revenue dip, WWE is planning a bigger presence in 2026, with three events lined up, including the Royal Rumble in January. The move signals a shifting strategy for WWE's international events, balancing short-term adjustments with long-term expansion in the region.
