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Kevin Nash refuses to travel to Saudi Arabia for Crown Jewel

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 4:34 PM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Kevin Nash refuses to travel to Saudi Arabia for Crown Jewel

Summary

Kevin Nash, the WWE Hall of Famer, declared on his podcast that he would not travel to Saudi Arabia for WWE's Crown Jewel event, scheduled for November 7. His comments come amid heightened concerns following recent missile and drone attacks in the region. The U.S. Department of State has issued a level three travel advisory for most of Saudi Arabia, raising questions about WWE's upcoming international events. Despite the concerns, WWE maintains a commitment to proceed with Crown Jewel and is also planning for WrestleMania 43 in the same location for 2027, should circumstances permit.

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Key Details

•Kevin Nash cites safety concerns regarding travel to Saudi Arabia.
•Crown Jewel is set for November 7, 2026.
•U.S. State Department issued a travel advisory for Saudi Arabia.
•WWE plans future events in Saudi Arabia, including WrestleMania 43.
•Contingency plans exist for changing event locations if necessary.

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4:34 PMWrestling Inc — WWE HOFer Kevin Nash Says He Wouldn't Travel To Saudi Arabia For Crown Jewel

What they're saying

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Wrestling veteran Kevin Nash argues on not traveling to Saudi Arabia at this time, despite WWE's upcoming Crown Jewel PLE in six weeks.
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Brie Coder)

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