WWE will host WrestleMania 43 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in 2027, marking a historic milestone for the company’s global expansion. The announcement took place today at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Las Vegas, where WWE officials and Saudi representatives shared details about the landmark event and future collaborations.
This announcement coincided with the confirmation that the 39th Royal Rumble will take place in Riyadh on January 31, 2026, further solidifying the partnership between WWE and the Kingdom. Key figures attending the press event included WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H, The Undertaker, WWE President Nick Khan, Shawn Michaels, Women’s Tag Team Champion Charlotte Flair, Bianca Belair, Liv Morgan, Stephanie Vaquer, Logan Paul, and World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins. They were joined by Turki Al-Sheikh, the Saudi Royal Court adviser and Chairman of the Kingdom’s General Entertainment Authority.
The Undertaker Foresees Unmatched Passion and Spectacle for WrestleMania 43
The Undertaker, also known as The Dead Man, expressed high expectations for WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the enthusiasm of the Kingdom’s WWE fanbase. When asked what international attendees could anticipate, he highlighted the exceptional passion that Saudi fans bring to WWE events, predicting an atmosphere unlike any other.
“Without a doubt, they’re in store for the incredible passion… I think WWE fans in general are known for their passion for WWE content, and I think people are gonna be blown away at that same passion that the people from Saudi Arabia have. His Excellency [Turki Al-Shiekh] has just… I mean, he has been such an instrumental force in the growth of WWE in Saudi Arabia. I think people are gonna be so pleasantly… surprised at the kindness and the… just the pouring out of the love, and appreciation for what we do, and I can only imagine the Pomp & Circumstance that you always expect from WWE and WrestleMania are gonna be off the chart when we go to Saudi Arabia. Guaranteed,”
The Undertaker said.
Triple H Highlights the Significance of WWE’s Saudi Arabia Partnership
Triple H, WWE’s Chief Content Officer, reflected on the eight-year partnership between WWE and Saudi Arabia, characterizing the upcoming WrestleMania as the company’s ultimate international event. He identified this as WWE’s first “Super Bowl” outside the United States and praised the growth of the fanbase in Saudi Arabia, particularly in Riyadh and Jeddah.
He credited the collaboration to key figures including His Excellency Turki Al-Sheikh and Nick Khan but emphasized the vital role that local fans have played in the success of WWE’s events in the Kingdom.
“It’s hard to put it into words, really how significant it is, and what a partnership that has been over the last 8 years or so. As Bianca and Taker mentioned, the evolution of our partnership there, of what we have experienced when we have been there… to see the growth and expansion, it’s really been a special thing to see, but I think in this moment in time, WWE going to Saudi Arabia is sort of a first foray, as much as everybody knows how global we are, our first foray into doing what is essentially our Super Bowl in an international market. And I would like to add to that… this one doesn’t happen without His Excellency [Turki Al-Shiekh], doesn’t happen without Nick Khan, but it also doesn’t happen without the fans of Saudi Arabia,”
Triple H said.
He continued:
“Without the fans in Riyadh and Jeddah that have shown up time after time, and gotten louder and louder every single time we have been there, that have done their homework, put in the chance, they know everything, and it is one of our, sort of hot-bed fanbases, if you will… that has become a big thing globally for us lately, whether it’s fans in Paris or England, or a different location: who is the loudest? I’ve got to put Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on the map as one of the greatest fanbases on the planet. This is an incredible opportunity for us to showcase what we do in a location that has shown significantly, time over time, that Saudi Arabia, Riyadh Season, puts on the biggest events and the biggest spectacle… we like to believe in WWE we put on the biggest events and the biggest spectacle, so when we come together in 2027, I think you can expect something you have never seen before, a level of competition, a level of athleticism, a level of stardom that is in that venue, but a level of spectacle like no one has ever seen before,”
Triple H added.
Upcoming Royal Rumble in Riyadh Precedes WrestleMania 43
Building excitement leading to WrestleMania 43 Saudi Arabia 2027, WWE confirmed that the Royal Rumble event will be held in Riyadh on January 31, 2026. This will be the first Royal Rumble hosted by the Kingdom, expanding WWE’s presence and influence in the Middle East.
The Royal Rumble is expected to serve as a major buildup for the following year’s WrestleMania, cementing Saudi Arabia as a significant hub for premier WWE events.
Star-Studded Lineup Expected at WrestleMania 43
Reports have emerged of major WWE stars preparing to appear at WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia, with rumors circling that The Rock could make a highly anticipated return. Backstage updates suggest this event aims to become the most star-packed WWE show in history, highlighting its importance to the company and the Kingdom.
The growing collaboration reflects WWE’s commitment to delivering unprecedented entertainment while connecting with a passionate and knowledgeable fanbase in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
A Milestone for WWE’s Global Expansion
WrestleMania 43 Saudi Arabia 2027 represents a strategic and symbolic moment for WWE as it ventures deeper into the international market with its flagship event. With strong backing from Saudi officials like Turki Al-Sheikh and enthusiastic support from local fans, the event promises to elevate WWE’s global profile.
The synergy between WWE’s tradition of grand spectacles and Saudi Arabia’s growing entertainment scene is expected to deliver an unmatched experience in competition, athleticism, and showmanship. This partnership likely signals continued international expansion of WWE’s most prestigious shows and greater cultural exchange through sports entertainment in the coming years.
