Overview

• According to industry reports, WWE is in formal discussions to hold two WrestleMania events in 2027, one in North America and a second in Riyadh.
• Saudi General Entertainment Authority chairman Turki Alalshikh has publicly hinted that the kingdom expects a WrestleMania in 2027, building on the 2018–2027 agreement.
• Reports say there is a strong push to bring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson back as headliner for the Saudi edition to leverage his global appeal.
• Since 2018, WWE’s decade-long pact with Saudi Arabia has delivered two major live events per year, and the 2026 Royal Rumble in Riyadh highlights their deepening collaboration.
• The proposed dual shows align with WWE’s broader drive to expand premium live events into new international markets.