WrestleMania 43 Expected in Riyadh 2027 with Record Saudi Deal

WWE has announced that WrestleMania 43 will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2027, marking the first time the event will take place outside North America. The Saudi General Entertainment Authority is reportedly offering over $100 million for the event, aiming to make it the biggest WrestleMania ever despite some fan backlash. Negotiations are reportedly underway to have Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson main event, potentially earning the largest single-event payday in professional wrestling history, with possible opponents including Roman Reigns or Cody Rhodes. WWE legends such as Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker were present at the announcement alongside Chief Content Officer Paul 'Triple H' Levesque and Saudi adviser Turki Alalshikh. While Saudi Arabia is eager to secure multiple iconic wrestlers for the event, challenges remain with some legends reluctant to return to the ring, and WWE's concerns over Johnson's Hollywood commitments. This deal reflects WWE's strategy to expand its global brand and capitalize on lucrative partnerships.