WrestleMania, WWE’s premier annual event, is rumored to be held in Saudi Arabia in 2027. According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, WWE might organize two WrestleMania events that year—one in North America and another in Saudi Arabia.
Torki Aralschoff, chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Bureau, recently teased the announcement of the 2027 “Great Entertainment Event” on social media after hinting at talks in 2024. There are discussions about potentially hosting the Royal Rumble in either 2026 or 2027 as well. The Kingdom’s goal extends beyond just hosting the show; sources reveal that they want Hollywood icon and WWE legend Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson to headline the event.
However, fans have mixed feelings about the prospect of two WrestleManias in a single year. Despite the star power, many feel this move could dilute the significance of WrestleMania’s historic status and raise concerns given the controversial Saudi Arabia-WWE relationship.
If this deal goes through, it is expected to become the most lucrative WrestleMania in history due to the long-standing partnership and Saudi Arabia’s willingness to invest heavily in big attractions. WWE already produces large-scale shows like Crown Jewels and the biggest Royal Rumble in the region. Securing WrestleMania would mark a significant evolution in this partnership.
WWE selling such a major brand to Saudi Arabia could bring unprecedented financial gains, but it raises the question: where should the line be drawn? Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is not the only international contender, as London is also being discussed as a potential location to expand WWE’s global reach.
Fan Take: This news is significant because it shows WWE’s growing ambition to globalize its flagship event, potentially changing how WrestleMania is experienced worldwide. However, fans must weigh the excitement of international expansion against the risks of diluting WrestleMania’s prestige and the ethical concerns surrounding the Saudi Arabia partnership.
