GLOBAL RUMBLE ALERT! – WWE is taking one of its most iconic events, the Royal Rumble, international for the first time in history, with the 2026 edition set to take place in Saudi Arabia. Multiple WWE sources confirmed the news to PWInsider, and an official announcement could be made during the highly anticipated WWE Raw debut on Netflix this Monday.
This move comes as part of WWE’s ongoing 10-year partnership with Saudi Arabia, which began in 2018. The Kingdom has hosted major events like the Greatest Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber 2022, and Night of Champions 2023. The Royal Rumble adds another massive notch to Saudi Arabia’s wrestling belt, cementing its status as a major player in the WWE calendar.
The specific city hasn’t been confirmed, but the Kingdom’s General Entertainment Authority, led by Turki Alalshikh, has long expressed interest in landing marquee events like the Rumble or even WrestleMania. Back in May, Alalshikh teased the possibility of Saudi Arabia hosting a major WWE premium live event in 2026 or 2027, and it seems that dream is now a reality.
WWE fans can also look forward to more than just the Rumble match chaos. The WWE Experience, a fan attraction featuring memorabilia displays, interactive exhibits, and even a WWE-themed dark ride, continues to bolster the Kingdom’s investment in sports entertainment.
For WWE, this marks a significant step in globalizing its events, bringing the spectacle of the Royal Rumble to new audiences. For fans? Start packing your bags and practicing your countdown chants—this Rumble will be one for the history books.