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JBL comments on WWE's Crown Jewel 2026 in Saudi Arabia amid advisories

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:11 PM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

JBL comments on WWE's Crown Jewel 2026 in Saudi Arabia amid advisories

Summary

WWE Hall of Famer John Bradshaw Layfield discussed the upcoming Crown Jewel 2026, set for November 7 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Layfield noted the U.S. Department of State's level three travel advisory for the region, suggesting WWE will consult on its implications for safety. Despite the advisory, Layfield defended the safety of Riyadh compared to Memphis, emphasizing WWE's commitment to performer safety. Although WWE plans to proceed with the event, the situation remains fluid as said by Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio. Should the event be postponed, WWE's contract with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund would be extended, and a WrestleMania is also set for Riyadh in the future.

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Key Details

•Crown Jewel 2026 scheduled for November 7 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
•JBL believes Riyadh is safer than Memphis despite travel advisories.
•WWE plans to consult on the advisory's implications for the event.
•If postponed, WWE's deal with Saudi Arabia would be extended.
•WrestleMania 43 also planned for Riyadh, date not yet announced.

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11:11 PMWrestling Inc — JBL Shares Thoughts On WWE Traveling To Saudi Arabia For Crown Jewel 2026

What they're saying

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WWE Hall of Famer John Bradshaw Layfield shared his thoughts on WWE traveling to Riyadh for Crown Jewel 2026 in November.
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Daisy Ruth)

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