The 2026 WWE Royal Rumble is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, taking place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Marking a historic moment, this event will be the first time the Royal Rumble match is held outside North America. As the first Premium Live Event of 2026, it serves as a key stepping stone on the Road to WrestleMania 42, attracting wrestling fans worldwide, especially those in the UK.
Watching the Royal Rumble Live in the UK
UK viewers can watch the 2026 WWE Royal Rumble live via Netflix, which offers access through subscriptions starting at £5.99. This service covers both the live broadcast and post-event replays. In the United States, ESPN holds broadcasting rights for the event. The show kicks off at 7 p.m. GMT, an advantage for UK fans who often had to tune in during early morning hours.
Lineup of Matches Announced
The event will feature several high-profile matches, including the traditional 30-man and 30-woman Royal Rumble battles. Drew McIntyre will defend the Undisputed WWE Championship against an opponent to be decided from a fatal-four-way match on Saturday Night’s Main Event. Another highly anticipated contest is the career-threatening match between AJ Styles and Gunther, where a loss will force Styles into retirement.
Confirmed Participants in the Royal Rumble
The 30 slots for each Royal Rumble match continue to be filled, with unexpected entrants part of the event’s excitement. Competitive men’s entrants confirmed include Cody Rhodes, Gunther, Jey Uso, Dragon Lee, Rey Mysterio, Solo Sikoa, R-Truth, and Roman Reigns. On the women’s side, confirmed participants feature Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Roxanne Perez, Rhea Ripley, IYO SKY, Asuka, Bayley, Lyra Valkyria, Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Chelsea Green, Jordynne Grace, Giulia, Nia Jax, and Lash Legend.
Rewards for Royal Rumble Victors
The winners of the men’s and women’s Royal Rumble matches earn the coveted opportunity to headline WrestleMania 42. This prize grants them the right to challenge any champion of their choice at WWE’s biggest annual showcase, setting the stage for potentially career-defining moments.
