Get ready to rumble because one of the most favourite wrestling events is heading to the Kingdom in 2026.
For those who grew up in Saudi Arabia during the era when weekends were Thursday and Friday, Wednesday nights were synonymous with staying up late to watch wrestling on Channel 2. Now, it’s time to relive that nostalgic excitement—but this time, it’s bigger than ever. Instead of watching from the comfort of your couch or bed, you’ll experience the action live and in person because the WWE Royal Rumble is coming to Riyadh.
The 39th annual Royal Rumble will take place at KAFD in Riyadh on Saturday, 31 January 2026. This landmark edition marks the first time the Royal Rumble will be held outside North America. Forming part of Riyadh Season’s lineup of events, the wrestling tournament is backed by WWE and Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, as announced by Turki Alalshikh.
Featuring the biggest WWE Superstars, Royal Rumble will showcase two 30-person over-the-top-rope matches, with the winners of the men’s and women’s matches each earning a Championship opportunity at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas. While the official lineup of WWE Royal Rumble 2026 hasn’t been revealed, fans can expect global superstars to make their way to the Saudi capital. Whether you’re looking forward to seeing new favourites or longtime icons, the WWE Royal Rumble promises action and drama.
For those unversed, the WWE Royal Rumble is one of the biggest matches in the WWE calendar. Its unpredictability and old rivalries make it a favourite amongst the masses. The tournament features both men’s and women’s competitions. Wrestlers enter the ring at intervals, aiming to throw their opponents over the top rope to remove them from the competition. After all others have been eliminated, the last one standing is crowned the winner.
While Saudi Arabia has previously hosted WWE spectacles like Crown Jewel, SmackDown and RAW, WWE SmackDown will also be staged at KAFD in Riyadh on Friday, 30 January 2026, setting the stage for Royal Rumble weekend.
Tickets are now on sale via WeBook.com.
So mark your calendars, and get ready to rumble!
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