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The Rock Says WrestleMania 43 Talks Are ‘All Good’ as Saudi Push Intensifies

Industry reports describe aggressive Saudi courting with a potential record single-match payout if a deal is reached.

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1/21/26

Overview

  • WWE has confirmed WrestleMania 43 will take place in Saudi Arabia in 2027, marking the event’s first staging outside North America.
  • Dwayne Johnson told Raffi Talks he is excited for the Saudi-hosted show and called negotiations “all good,” though he stopped short of committing to appear.
  • Reporting from industry outlets says Saudi officials, led by GEA chairman Turki Alalshikh, are pursuing Johnson for a marquee role, with possible opponents discussed in speculation including Cody Rhodes or Roman Reigns.
  • The Wrestling Observer Newsletter has reported that a finalized agreement could give Johnson the largest single-match payday in pro wrestling history.
  • Johnson last wrestled at WrestleMania 40 in 2024 in a winning tag team match with Roman Reigns and has since made limited non-wrestling appearances tied to WWE storylines.